Candidates warned vs using armed groups, private armies to intimidate voters

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MANILA, Philippines — The Department of the Interior and Local Government warned candidates for national and local posts, especially those in election hotspots, against using armed groups and private armies to intimidate and harass voters and other candidates.

Following the Philippine National Police's identification of over 100 areas of concern for possible election-related violence, Año said that candidates must stop using force to influence the turnout and credibility of the upcoming elections.

"Stop using armed goons, stop using intimidation and force to influence the voters and other election candidates. We will not tolerate you no matter who you are. The Philippine National Police is committed to [enforcing] the law completely no matter who breaks the law, no fear and favor," Interior Secretary Eduardo Año said.

Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2022/04/11/2173845/candidates-warned-vs-using-armed-groups-private-armies-intimidate-voters