The Philippine National Police announced on Sunday it is conducting a full investigation into the shooting incident at the Senate that took place on Wednesday and will release findings soon.
PNP chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. stated that investigators are examining all angles based on facts and evidence. He emphasized that the national leadership had no prior knowledge of or involvement in any operation related to Sen. Ronald dela Rosa leaving the premises.
Nartatez ordered a review of deployment records, logs, and body camera footage after reports of a black van and police vehicle seen departing the Senate complex early on May 14. He warned that any unauthorized actions would lead to sanctions.
Former Senate president Franklin Drilon said Senate President Alan Peter Cayetano bears full responsibility for the incident since he controls the premises. Drilon noted the leadership lost control during the event but left any decision on resignation to Cayetano himself.
