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QCPD chief says complaints filed vs. Sitio San Roque protesters
Twenty-one residents of Sitio San Roque in Quezon City are facing charges for staging a protest demanding aid during the enhanced community quarantine.
The Quezon City Police District (QCPD) has filed complaints against the residents with the City Prosecutor's Office.
The charges include violations of the Bayanihan to Heal As One Act, the Mandatory Reporting of Notifiable Diseases Act, and Article 151 of the Revised Penal Code for resistance and disobedience to authorities.
The residents, including five women and 16 men, are currently detained at the QCPD Criminal Investigation and Detection Unit.
Police spokesperson Police Lieutenant Johanna Sazon stated that the residents refused to disperse despite attempts by the police to persuade them peacefully.
QCPD chief Police Brigadier General Ronnie Montejo confirmed that complaints have been filed and they are awaiting resolution and approval from the chief inquest officer.
National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) chief Police Major General Debold Sinas reiterated his appeal to the public to follow orders of authorities.
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