Manila: Pokemon players in the crime-plagued Philippines were warned today to play the game in pairs for their own safety.
Police issued the alert days after the hugely popular game that has taken the world by storm finally launched in the country.
Community relations group chief Gilbert Cruz advised Filipinos to go "Pokemon-hunting with at least one friend".
Since its global debut, Pokemon Go has sparked a frenzy among users who have taken to the streets with their smartphones.
A children's night curfew has also been imposed in some districts of the capital Manila.
Police issued the alert days after the hugely popular game that has taken the world by storm finally launched in the country.
Community relations group chief Gilbert Cruz advised Filipinos to go "Pokemon-hunting with at least one friend".
Since its global debut, Pokemon Go has sparked a frenzy among users who have taken to the streets with their smartphones.
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A children's night curfew has also been imposed in some districts of the capital Manila.
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