Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief Gen. Nicolas Torre III? Wait—using the user's text, keep Nartatez. Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief P/Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. on Wednesday said the police force has intensified its monitoring of online platforms and transnational online groups as part of efforts to protect minors from violent extremism.

Nartatez made the commitment after it was revealed during a Senate hearing on the Tacloban City gun attack that the two minors involved may have been exposed to an alleged “adult groomer” linked to the so-called “764 Network,” which authorities have identified as a transnational online extremist group.

The move is in line with the directive of President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr., through the guidance of DILG Secretary Jonvic Remulla, to ensure a thorough investigation into the Tacloban shooting and determine whether organized criminal or extremist groups played a role in the incident.

“The service and protection that we in the PNP have committed to provide extend beyond our streets and communities. We are now giving equal focus to cyberspace through close monitoring and intensified cyber patrolling,” Nartatez said.

The initiative follows statements made by Senator Risa Hontiveros, who disclosed that the alleged groomer of the minor suspects was supposedly connected to the “764 Network.”

“The PNP will coordinate with foreign law enforcement agencies to determine the extent of the group's operations and identify the individuals behind it,” he added.

The two minor suspects are currently under the supervision of the Regional Rehabilitation Center for Youth.

Nartatez said investigators will also determine whether Filipinos are involved in the 764 Network’s activities and whether other minors may have been targeted.

“Our personnel will also look into the possible involvement of Filipinos in this group, as well as their supposed target victims,” he said.