THIS police officer is in hot water for evading a checkpoint.
ZAMBOANGA CITY – The Police Regional Office-9 is investigating a policeman for allegedly evading a Land Transportation Office checkpoint in Pagadian City, Zamboanga del Sur.
In a viral video circulating on social media, the police officer was flagged down by LTO personnel due to the absence of a side mirror in his motorcycle.
The police officer, however, sped away after being informed of his violation.
In a press statement issued on Saturday, PRO-9 said they do not condone nor tolerate any act committed by personnel that violates the law or shows disrespect towards fellow law enforcers.
“Such behavior is unacceptable and runs contrary to the core values of professionalism, accountability, and integrity that the organization upholds,” the PRO-9 said.
The police officer has been identified but PRO-9 did not divulge his identity. He is currently the subject of an ongoing investigation and is facing administrative and possible criminal charges.
“We assure the public that all PRO-9 personnel are consistently reminded that obedience to the rule of law is paramount and that no one is above it, regardless of rank or position.”
The PRO-9 asked the public to continue reporting any incidents involving violations of the law or abuse of authority by their personnel.