Probe illegal businesses in Masungi, PNP ordered

FOLLOWING his visit to the Masungi Georeserve Protected Area in Baras, Rizal province, Interior and Local Government Secretary Benjamin "Benhur" Abalos Jr. on Sunday directed the Philippine National Police (PNP) to investigate illegal business enterprises within the conservation site allegedly owned by active and retired police officers and local officials.

"Elected officials of the government and police officers are bound by their mandate to protect the environment. They should lead a good example to our fellow citizens and be part of the solution, not the other way around. We should protect Masungi and not destroy it," Abalos said.