Group of Men Attack Police Officer & Delivery Rider in Manila
A police officer and a delivery rider were injured after being attacked by a group of men in Sampaloc, Manila.
On Wednesday night (April 8, 2026), the police officer suffered multiple bumps and bruises after being punched several times and hit with a helmet on different parts of his body. The delivery rider was also hurt after he was first targeted by the group before the situation escalated.
According to reports, both victims were left with bruises and injuries after the violent incident. The incident happened around 10:40 in the evening at the corner of G. Tuazon and Batanes Street in Barangay 555.
Based on the investigation by the Manila Police District Sampaloc Police Station, the officer was on his way home with his girlfriend when they came across a commotion involving the suspects and the delivery rider.
The officer decided to stop and step in to calm the situation. The rider reported that he had been robbed by a minor. Hoping to bring the minor to the police station, the officer placed the child on his motorcycle.
However, several men suddenly arrived and accused the officer of hurting the child. Despite identifying himself as a police officer, the group continued to attack him. The officer was forced to fire his service firearm once in the air to defend himself and stop the assault.
After the incident, a follow-up operation was conducted by the police, leading to the immediate arrest of four suspects. Two other individuals involved are still being searched.
The arrested suspects are now facing charges of direct assault and less serious physical injuries. Authorities are preparing to submit the cases to the Manila City Prosecutor’s Office for further legal action.
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