National Bureau of Investigation Director Atty. Melvin Matibag. INQUIRER PHOTO / NIÑO JESUS ORBETA

MANILA, Philippines — An interagency collaboration among the Philippine National Police (PNP), National Bureau of Investigation (NBI), and other law enforcement agencies is being considered once Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa’s alleged departure from the Senate is verified, according to NBI Director Melvin Matibag.

At a briefing on Thursday, Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said Dela Rosa had left the Senate, citing “several” unnamed sources. However, this information has yet to be verified by authorities.

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