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Christmas arrest: Parañaque policeman nabbed after firing gun in front of minors
A 28-year-old police officer was arrested in Parañaque City on Christmas Day for allegedly firing his service firearm in front of three minors aged 10, 12, and 15.
The incident occurred after the officer confronted the minors for making noise and using firecrackers in Sun Valley village.
He allegedly drew his PNP-issued 9mm firearm and fired shots indiscriminately, causing "fear, shock, and emotional distress" to the children.
The minors, with their guardians, filed a complaint against the officer for grave threats in relation to RA 7610 and violation of RA 11926 (Indiscriminate Discharge of Firearms).
Authorities recovered the officer's firearm with ammunition, an empty cartridge case, and his ID.
The NCRPO Director condemned the act, emphasizing the PNP's zero-tolerance policy for misconduct, especially against children.
The suspect is facing criminal complaints and parallel administrative proceedings.
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