The Bicol police has turned over to the Philippine Navy an underwater navigation and communication system found Monday by local fishermen in San Pascual, Masbate.
In an interview on Super Radyo dzBB Thursday, Police Regional Office V chief Police Brigadier General Andre Dizon said the navigation and communication system was cylindrical in shape and has a steel antenna.
”Base doon sa marking na nakita, ang lumalabas nga po ay ito ay Chinese underwater navigation and communication system po,” Dizon said.
(Based on the markings found, this was a Chinese underwater navigation and communication system.)
He said they turned it over to the Philippine Navy last December 31, 2024.
In a statement, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) confirmed the turnover of a remotely operated submersible drone from the Philippine National Police (PNP) to the Philippine Navy.
“The Navy is currently conducting further investigation to determine its origin and purpose,” it added.
It further said the turnover underscored the importance of collaboration with local fisherfolk and maritime stakeholders.
“We commend their vigilance and continued support in reporting suspicious activities and encourage ongoing cooperation to ensure the effective monitoring of our territorial waters,” the AFP said.
It added that the military organization is fully committed to ensuring the safety and security of the country’s maritime domain, “with all necessary resources mobilized to address similar and other situations with the utmost diligence.”—AOL, GMA Integrated News
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