MORE than 500 police personnel will be deployed by the Manila Police District (MPD) this coming Monday to secure the observance of Eid’l Fitr holiday for Muslims in some areas of Manila. At a press briefing on Friday, MPD Spokesman Erwin Margarejo said the police officers would secure the areas of Quirino Grandstand and Quiapo Golden Mosque as early as 4 a.m. As for the moment, the MPD has not received any threats but this would serve as a “challenge” for the local police. Aside from the security, Margarejo said the MPD has coordinated with the Muslim communities in Manila, as early as April. “Our Muslim brothers gave assurance to the MPD that they will be coordinating with regards to security matters in their areas,” Margarejo added.

Source: Manila Times June 23, 2017 08:26 UTC