CAMP VICENTE LIM, Laguna – The police officer linked to the disappearance of beauty queen Catherine Camilon has been dismissed from the service, the Police Regional Office 4-A said on Thursday, January 18.
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PRO 4-A chief Police Brig. Gen. Paul Kenneth Lucas signed the dismissal order against Police Major Allan de Castro on January 16.
De Castro was sacked following an extensive investigation conducted by the Regional Internal Affairs Service 4-A on the administrative case filed against him on the allegations of conduct unbecoming of a police officer.
After a series of investigation, the RIAS 4-A uncovered evidence of an illicit and extramarital affair between De Castro and Camilon.
"Police Major Allan Avena de Castro's dismissal serves as a significant step in ensuring that individuals entrusted with the responsibilities of serving and protecting our people are held accountable for their actions,” Lucas said.
“We remain committed to conducting fair and impartial investigations into any similar allegations of misconduct, regardless of our personnel’s rank or position. Hindi natin hahayaan na masangkot sa ano mang katulad na insidente ang ating mga personnel (We won’t let any of our personnel be involved) that will taint the image of the PNP especially here in the Police Regional Office Calabarzon,” added Lucas.
PRO 4-A chief Police Brig. Gen. Paul Kenneth Lucas announces on January 18 the dismissal of a police major over the disappearance of a beauty queen in Batangas last year.
De Castro’s dismissal is an independent administrative action and is separate from the ongoing criminal investigation related to the disappearance of Camilon last year.
He is facing another administrative case under the National Internal Affairs Service on the criminal charges of kidnapping with serious illegal detention filed against him.
“The legal process will continue to unfold, and updates will be provided to the media and the public as necessary. His dismissal from the service underscores the commitment of the command in maintaining the highest standards of conduct and integrity within our ranks. This reflects our dedication to transparency, accountability, and upholding the principles of justice," Lucas said.