CEBU CITY – A policeman was arrested for allegedly mauling his wife in Samboan town, southern Cebu province on Tuesday, Sept. 16.
The Cebu Provincial Police Office (CPPO) said the action of the 47-year-old suspect with the rank of master sergeant will not be condoned.
The policeman is assigned to the Samboan Police Station.
The 44-year-old victim alleged that her husband made her a “punching bag.” She also accused her husband of slamming her into a concrete wall.
He was arrested after she called police for help.
Police Lt. Michael John Bañes, information officer of CPPO, said the policeman will be charged for violating Republic Act No. 9262, the Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children Act of 2004.
The suspect will undergo an administrative investigation and may be dismissed from service if proven guilty, said Bañes.
“Any violation of these principles more so by those in uniform will not be tolerated. Rest assured that CPPO remains committed to our mandate of safeguarding every individual and ensuring that offenders regardless of rank or position are held accountable for their actions,” said Bañes.