The Philippine National Police recorded another death of a police officer due to COVID-19, bringing the total number of deaths to 53.
Police General Debold M Sinas announced today that the latest fatality is a 54-year-old male Police Lieutenant, assigned in Camp Crame.
On April 14, the said cop was hospitalized due to Covid-19 infection. He was undergoing Hemoperfusion procedure to cleanse his blood and prevent aggravating his condition.
From April 21-23, he was scheduled to undergo hemodialysis but was not able to pursue due to unstable blood pressure and low oxygen level.
On April 24, the police officer succumbed.
“The entire PNP would like to extend our condolonces to the bereaved family of the police officer and assure them of financial assistance and benefits.” Sinas said.
“I would like to remind all our personnel to double your protection against this virus, as one of the frontliners, the people and of course your family need you. If you are not feeling well, immediately seek medical attention. Avail of the free consultation.” Sinas added.
As of April 24, 2021 the PNP Health Service recorded 141 new cases of Covid-19 in the police force bringing the total to 19,536 with 2, 065 active cases. Meanwhile, a total of 128 new recoveries were recorded bringing the total of recovered personnel to 17, 418.
(PNP-PIO)
