Manila: The security detail of Senator Ronald Dela Rosa may have been recalled because he is nowhere to be found, Malaca±ang said Tuesday. Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Undersecretary and Palace Press Officer Claire Castro raised questions about the lawmaker's statement regarding his lack of security aides upon arriving in his hometown in Davao.

According to Philippines News Agency, Castro expressed confusion during a press briefing when asked about Dela Rosa's security concerns. She questioned the feasibility of providing security for someone who is not visibly present. Castro stated, "As of the moment, I can't see him. So, how can we provide him with security, if he doesn't show up?"

Dela Rosa had previously mentioned in a Facebook post that retired cops and soldiers have volunteered to take the place of his security detail, which was recalled by the Philippine National Police. Addressing this, Castro indicated that reinstating his security detail would not be problematic if Dela Rosa reappears, suggesting that his absence is the primary issue.

Castro further commented on the situation, implying that security personnel cannot be expected to wait indefinitely for someone who is not present. She noted that if Dela Rosa makes himself available, reinstating his security would not pose a problem.

In a previous press briefing on March 20, Castro expressed her dissatisfaction with Dela Rosa's apparent intention to go into hiding to avoid possible arrest related to his involvement in former President Rodrigo Duterte's war on illegal drugs. Despite this, Castro assured that the Philippine government would cooperate with the International Criminal Police Organization (Interpol) should there be a request for assistance in the event of an arrest order against Dela Rosa.

Dela Rosa is one of the prominent figures under investigation by the International Criminal Court concerning the anti-drug campaign initiated by Duterte, as stated by the Department of Justice in a Palace briefing on March 13.