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ZAMBOANGA CITY (PIA) -- Cyber libel, identity theft, phishing, and online scams remain the most commonly reported cybercrime cases in the Zamboanga Peninsula, according to the Philippine National Police Regional Anti-Cybercrime Unit 9 (RACU-9). Authorities noted that cyber libel cases surged during the recent national elections, largely due to heated political disputes on social media. Ang cybercrime ay isang tunay na banta, pero sa ngayon ay manageable pa rin dito sa ating rehiyon. Ang mahalaga ay manatiling maingat at responsable ang publiko sa kanilang online activities, said Police Major Roberto Enriquez Jr., Assistant Chief of RACU-9. (Cybercrime is a real threat, but for now, it remains manageable in our region. Whats important is for the public to remain cautious and responsible in their online activities.) The PNP reminded the public that under Republic Act 10175 or the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012, violations such as cyber libel, identity theft, online scams, illegal access, and child pornography carry corresponding penalties. To combat cyber threats, RACU-9 continues to conduct information drives in schools, barangays, and government institutions to raise awareness on online safety. Victims are urged to report incidents to the RACU-9 office at Camp Batalla, Zamboanga City, or call their hotline at 0998-598-8106. Enriquez also advised netizens to avoid oversharing personal details online, use strong and unique passwords, and refrain from clicking suspicious links. Tandaan, ang ating OTP ay para lamang sa atin at hindi dapat ibinibigay kahit kanino, he stressed. (Remember, our OTP is only for us and should never be shared with anyone.) The PNP reaffirmed its commitment to strengthen proactive measures against cybercrime while calling on the public to practice responsible online behavior to help create a safe and respectful digital community. (EDT/MLE/BNT-GIP/PIA9-Zamboanga City)
