PNP probes viral vlogger for unauthorized use of official ceremonial uniform

• The PNP has initiated a formal probe after a vlogger was seen wearing the prestigious ceremonial blue uniform in viral social media posts
• Authorities emphasized that wearing official police attire without authorization is a violation of Article 179 of the Revised Penal Code
• The ceremonial blue uniform is reserved for the most formal police events and symbolizes the highest level of institutional integrity
• The investigation aims to hold the influencer accountable and track down the source of the unauthorized official police garment

In a significant move to uphold the dignity of national symbols, the Philippine National Police (PNP) has officially launched a formal investigation into a popular social media personality.

The probe follows the viral spread of photographs showing the vlogger wearing the PNP’s highly respected ceremonial blue uniform, a garment reserved exclusively for the most formal and prestigious police functions.

The controversy erupted after images circulated across multiple social media platforms, showing the content creator posed in the distinct blue tunic.

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While often seen as a fashion choice or a prop in the digital world, the PNP maintains that the unauthorized use of such attire is a direct affront to the institution.

Authorities have categorized the act as a clear violation of existing laws, describing it as a "desecration" of the honor and integrity associated with the police force.

The ceremonial blue uniform, in particular, is an esteemed set of apparel worn during commissions, weddings, and official state ceremonies, symbolizing the peak of professional conduct.

Under Article 179 of the Revised Penal Code, the illegal use of uniforms or insignia is a punishable offense.

The law explicitly prohibits any person from publicly and improperly making use of uniforms or dress pertaining to an office they do not hold.

“Our uniform is not a costume; it is a representation of the service and sacrifice of every officer who has worn it,” a spokesperson for the PNP noted in a recent briefing.

The investigation aims not only to hold the individual accountable but also to trace the source of the uniform, as the sale and manufacture of official PNP accouterments are strictly regulated.

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This incident is the latest in a series of unauthorized uniform uses that have drawn the ire of law enforcement.

From Halloween parties to viral "skits," the PNP has intensified its monitoring of online platforms to discourage the trivialization of official emblems.

As the investigation progresses, the PNP has issued a stern reminder to the public and the influencer community. While creative expression is encouraged, it must not come at the expense of national agencies or the dignity of those who serve.

The vlogger involved is expected to be summoned to explain the circumstances behind the photos.

In other news, a viral video has surfaced showing a foreign national repeatedly striking a Filipino woman inside a Singapore shopping mall, an unprovoked attack that has sparked widespread public condemnation. The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) confirmed that their labor attaché has successfully located the victim and is currently providing her with a safe environment and immediate care. Secretary Hans Cacdac stated that the agency is facilitating both a medical evaluation for the survivor and full legal representation to ensure a formal criminal complaint is filed. Singaporean and Philippine authorities are coordinating a formal inquiry into the physical assault to hold the perpetrator accountable under the city-state's strict public safety laws.

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Still in other news, a family in Barangay Mayamot, Antipolo, was left traumatized after CCTV footage revealed a male intruder meticulously searching their bedroom while they were asleep in the early hours of February 8, 2026. The homeowner, identified as Mary Rose Bustamante, reported the theft of high-value smartphones, wallets, and cash totaling over ₱20,000, which the suspect gathered just inches from the sleeping residents. During their initial sweep of the neighborhood, local residents discovered some of the victim's stolen bags abandoned in a nearby alley, though all monetary contents had been removed. Antipolo police have identified the suspect as a local resident with a history of similar "akyat-bahay" offenses and carnapping, prompting an active search to prevent further residential invasions.

Source: KAMI.com.gh