SM mall guard fired for destroying sampaguita vendor's wares

SM Supermalls has dismissed a mall guard after a video showed him destroying a sampaguita vendor's wares and kicking her outside SM Megamall.

The mall management expressed regret and sympathy for the young girl, who was wearing her school uniform while selling flowers, and stated they strongly condemn the guard's act.

According to the text on the video, the girl and another child were just outside the mall to take shelter from light rains and were barred from selling on the mall grounds.

SM Supermalls stated they strongly condemn the guard's act, emphasizing their promotion of inclusivity.

The security agency responsible for the guard has been instructed to conduct a thorough investigation.

The guard has been terminated and will be prohibited from working in any SM mall.

The Philippine National Police - Civil Security Group's Supervisory Office for Security and Investigation Agencies (SOSIA) has launched an administrative investigation against the security guard and his agency to look into possible liabilities.

Netizens condemned the guard's actions, with many calling it a form of child abuse.