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PNPA instructor dismissed for sexual assault of cadet
The National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM) has ordered the dismissal of a police officer for alleged sexual assault against a Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA) cadet.
The officer, an instructor at the PNPA in Silang, Cavite, was found guilty of grave misconduct and conduct unbecoming of a police officer.
NAPOLCOM stated that the officer abused his authority as a superior to gain sexual gratification, violating the Revised Penal Code and PNP ethical standards.
NAPOLCOM chief Commissioner Rafael Vicente Calinisan emphasized that the commission will not tolerate sexual misconduct within the police force.
Calinisan described the officer's actions as despicable, stating he is unfit to remain in the police service.
The incident involved a 23-year-old victim and the 35-year-old police officer during a drinking session on July 31.
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