TACLOBAN CITY – The Tacloban City Police Office is investigating the viral video of a police officer who allegedly poured rugby and solvent on two street children here.
Police Major Shenna Layog, TCPO Station 2 chief, condemned and said they are taking immediate action to address the incident.
“The Tacloban City Police Office-Police Station 2 strongly condemns any form of misconduct by its personnel, particularly violations of human rights involving minors.”
She added that the police personnel involved has been restricted to the premises of the station pending the outcome of the investigation.
Layog conducted a Personnel Information and Continuing Education (PICE) session on Sunday, July 6.
“The session emphasized the importance of maximum tolerance among PNP personnel in the performance of their duties, particularly in handling cases involving Children in Conflict with the Law (CICL).”