Philippine National Police (PNP) Public Information Officer Redrico 'Red' Maranan has been appointed as the acting director of the Quezon City Police District (QCPD).

Based on General Order Number HNQ-GO-DES-2023-4028 released on Friday, September 1, his appointment took effect last August 31.

Maranan will be succeeding Police Brigadier General Nicolas Torre III, who tendered his resignation amidst an ongoing investigation into the viral road rage incident in Quezon City.

Meanwhile, PNP spokesperson Jean Fajardo has been appointed as the acting chief of the PNP Public Information Office (PIO).

The appointment was ordered by PNP Chief Benjamin Acorda.