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Navotas Police Chief Faces Charges Over Concealing Officers Involved In Fatal Shooting
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The Internal Affairs Service (IAS) has uncovered evidence suggesting that the Navotas Chief of Police orchestrated a cover-up of 11 police officers implicated in the fatal shooting of 17-year-old Jerhode Jemboy Baltazar.
The subsequent actions taken by the IAS and Inspector General Atty. Alfegar M. Triambulo have sent shockwaves through the law enforcement community.
Upon deeper investigation, it was found that the Navotas Chief of Police explicitly instructed the team leader of the involved operatives to omit any mention of the 11 officers from their reports detailing the tragic shooting incident. This deliberate act has drawn the ire of Inspector General Atty. Triambulo , who swiftly took action.
In response to the alarming findings, Atty. Triambulo has ordered charges of dishonesty and command responsibility to be levied against the Chief of Police. The gravity of these charges underscores the importance of maintaining transparency and integrity within the police force.
To further ensure accountability, Atty. Triambulo has issued a directive to the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) Director, calling for the immediate removal of the Navotas Chief of Police from duty. This decisive move sends a strong message that no individual, regardless of rank, is above the law.
The IAS is not stopping at the Chief of Police alone. The 11 concealed officers are now facing impending charges for their role in the incident. The charges include allegations of abandoning the victim and potential breaches of established police operational protocols. The legal action taken against these officers underscores the commitment to upholding the highest standards of professionalism and ethics in law enforcement.
Meanwhile, an entirely separate case involving six police officers, accused of grave charges related to the shooting, has reached the summary dismissal stage. The swift progress of this case indicates a proactive approach by the IAS in addressing misconduct within the ranks and ensuring a just outcome for all parties involved.
The subsequent actions taken by the IAS and Inspector General Atty. Alfegar M. Triambulo have sent shockwaves through the law enforcement community.
Upon deeper investigation, it was found that the Navotas Chief of Police explicitly instructed the team leader of the involved operatives to omit any mention of the 11 officers from their reports detailing the tragic shooting incident. This deliberate act has drawn the ire of Inspector General Atty. Triambulo , who swiftly took action.
In response to the alarming findings, Atty. Triambulo has ordered charges of dishonesty and command responsibility to be levied against the Chief of Police. The gravity of these charges underscores the importance of maintaining transparency and integrity within the police force.
To further ensure accountability, Atty. Triambulo has issued a directive to the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) Director, calling for the immediate removal of the Navotas Chief of Police from duty. This decisive move sends a strong message that no individual, regardless of rank, is above the law.
The IAS is not stopping at the Chief of Police alone. The 11 concealed officers are now facing impending charges for their role in the incident. The charges include allegations of abandoning the victim and potential breaches of established police operational protocols. The legal action taken against these officers underscores the commitment to upholding the highest standards of professionalism and ethics in law enforcement.
Meanwhile, an entirely separate case involving six police officers, accused of grave charges related to the shooting, has reached the summary dismissal stage. The swift progress of this case indicates a proactive approach by the IAS in addressing misconduct within the ranks and ensuring a just outcome for all parties involved.
Aug 16, 2023
