Manila, Feb. 11 -- The Philippine National Police (PNP) is investigating a photo circulating online showing a vlogger wearing a police uniform.

In a press briefing in Camp Crame on Wednesday, PNP information chief and spokesperson Brig. Gen. Randulf Tuano said the vlogger could be charged for violation of Article 179 of the Revised Penal Code.

The article penalizes unauthorized wearing of PNP uniform or insignia with imprisonment of up to six months.

"Base sa initial na investigation na lumalabas ng PRO (Police Regional Office) 2, ang liability ay nasa nagsuot ng uniporme. Ang posibleng violation niya ay Revised Penal Code Article 179, ito ay ang illegal use of uniforms and insignias (Based on the initial investigation by PRO 2, the li...