A 59-year-old suspect and a .38-caliber firearm loaded with six live ammunition are presented following his arrest in Quezon City for alleged grave threats and illegal possession of firearm. (Photo courtesy of the Quezon City Police District)
A 59-year-old man was arrested late Wednesday night, May 27, after allegedly pointing a firearm at neighbors gathered for a mobile game session outside his residence in Barangay Gulod, Novaliches, Quezon City.
According to the Quezon City Police District (QCPD), the incident occurred around 10:10 p.m. when the suspect, identified only as alias “Mojica,” confronted residents outside his home. He ordered them to disperse while reportedly under the influence of alcohol.
The group allegedly ignored the warning, prompting the suspect to leave and return moments later armed with a gun, which he then pointed at the victims, who immediately sought assistance from barangay officials.
The report was relayed to QCPD Station 4 in Novaliches, which conducted a follow-up operation that led to the suspect’s arrest at around 11:12 p.m. near his residence.
Recovered from the suspect was a .38-caliber firearm loaded with six live ammunition, but he failed to present any license or authority to possess the weapon.
Police Brig. Gen. Randy Glenn Silvio, district director of the QCPD, condemned the incident, saying the swift arrest underscores the police district’s commitment to maintaining peace and ensuring accountability.
He added that the suspect will face charges for grave threats and violation of Republic Act 10591, or the Comprehensive Firearms and Ammunition Regulation Act, before the Quezon City Prosecutor’s Office.