The pictures may depict itself however it does not define the totality of what really had happened,” Sinas said in a statement. It was never my intention to disobey any existing protocols relative to the implementation of Enhanced Community Quarantine,” he added. Philippine National Police chief Gen. Archie Gamboa earlier ordered the Internal Affairs Service to investigate whether health protocols were breached during Sinas’ mañanita or birthday serenade. Some photos showed Sinas accepting flowers from visitors of the celebration, blowing his cake and police officers line up for a buffet. But Sinas said he reminded his policemen to strictly comply with the health rules while the celebration was being held.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer May 13, 2020 06:11 UTC