DEPARTMENT of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Benjamin Abalos Jr. on Tuesday said criminal cases should be filed
against the motorist who was caught on video brandishing a gun and assaulting a cyclist near Welcome Rotonda, Quezon City last August 8.
However, Abalos explained that in certain instances, criminal cases may still be filed even if the victim refuses to make a complaint. “The Napolcom may step in, if warranted. In any case, rest assured that the Napolcom will do its utmost to pursue the cause of justice.” Abalos said. “This is my answer on my personal part because the special treatment is alluded to me. The guy is a retired or dismissed policeman. Don’t quote me as arrogant but he is way below my salary grade. What can he offer me so that I can put my service at stake? I never met him. I don’t know him. We have met for less than 30 minutes in my whole life and now I will bet my service and give him special treatment in front of the media. I don’t think that’s a logical explanation,” said Torre.
Citing PNP records, Acorda said Gonzales was dismissed from the service for grave threats in June 2018 while his permits to own and carry firearms outside of residence have already been revoked. “Yung inaantay lang po natin, sa natulong na rin po ng kanyang abogado, na mag-execute po ng complaint itong biktima para makasuhan din po natin siya ng additional case ng grave threat and other appropriate criminal offenses,” she said.
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