Police Officer & Security Guard Nabbed After Assaulting another Police Officer at Grocery Store
A police officer and a security guard were arrested after allegedly threatening and assaulting a fellow police officer inside a grocery store in Quezon City.
The victim, who is also an active member of the Quezon City Police District (QCPD), finished shopping and was preparing to leave the supermarket along Quirino Highway in Barangay Baesa when the incident happened.
According to the investigation, the officer presented his receipt to a security guard identified as Mida during the routine exit inspection. However, despite identifying himself and explaining that he was also a police officer, he was allegedly not allowed to leave the premises.
The situation reportedly escalated when the security guard called another police officer, identified as Rey, for assistance. Instead of resolving the matter peacefully, the responding officer allegedly confronted the victim and forced him to return inside the supermarket.
Authorities said the victim was struck during the confrontation, causing injuries. Reports also stated that the victim tried to explain his identity and profession, but his statements were allegedly ignored.
The misunderstanding over a visible firearm quickly turned into a physical encounter that left the victim hurt and humiliated.
The incident only became fully clear when everyone arrived at the police station, and it was confirmed that the victim was indeed an active police investigator. Following the verification, authorities immediately took action against those involved.
The responding police officer was arrested and is now facing charges of Grave Threats, Physical Injuries, and Grave Coercion. Meanwhile, the security guard is facing a charge of Grave Coercion for her alleged participation in the incident.
Authorities recovered firearms, ammunition, handcuffs, and other police equipment from the suspects.
The QCPD reminded all police officers to always remain professional and to follow proper procedures when responding to incidents.
In a previous post, a police officer lost his life while responding to disturbance at videoke bar in Capiz
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