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PNP probes fight between cop, foreigner at Makati village
The Philippine National Police (PNP) chief has ordered an investigation into an incident where a police officer encountered a foreigner in Dasmariñas village, Makati City.
Police Senior Master Sergeant Roland Von Madrona confronted a housemaid for not wearing a face mask while watering plants, as mandated by enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) guidelines.
The foreigner, Javier Parra, and his wife emerged from their home and argued with the law enforcers.
Parra allegedly verbally assaulted and cursed at Police Senior Master Sergeant Roland Von Madrona.
Village watchman Esteban Gaan documented the confrontation, which occurred after Madrona advised the housemaid to wear a face mask.
The Makati City Police are preparing to file charges against Parra for alleged disobedience to a lawful person in authority and violation of health protocols.
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A foreigner, Javier Parra, confronted a policeman, Police Senior Master Sergeant Roland Von Madrona, in Makati's Dasmariñas village over enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) protocols.
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Interior Secretary Eduardo Año defended Police Senior Master Sergeant Roland Von Madrona's actions during an altercation in Dasmariñas Village, Makati City, stating the officer acted appropriately.
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Javier Salvador Parra, a Spanish national, faces criminal charges including direct assault, resistance, and disobedience to a person in authority, unjust vexation, and violation of Makati City Ordinance No. 2000-089 for failing to wear a face mask.
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