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Mayor Wes warns against gambling, riots after viral altercation

Published Aug 22, 2026 02:29 pm
Valenzuela City Mayor Wes Gatchalian warned that gambling, betting, riots, and brawls will not be tolerated in the city after a viral video showed a physical altercation in Barangay Gen. T. De Leon.
In photo: Valenzuela City Police Station (VCPS) chief Col. Joseph Talento and Mayor Weslie “Wes” Gatchalian during the presentation of 19 arrested drug suspects on Friday, Aug. 21. (Photo from Valenzuela LGU)
In photo: Valenzuela City Police Station (VCPS) chief Col. Joseph Talento and Mayor Weslie “Wes” Gatchalian during the presentation of 19 arrested drug suspects on Friday, Aug. 21. (Photo from Valenzuela LGU)
“Isang malinaw na babala sa lahat, hindi po natin kailanman papayagan ang anumang uri ng sugal, pustahan, at kaguluhan tulad ng riot at rambol dito sa Valenzuela. Ang atin pong lungsod ay para sa panatag, maayos, at ligtas na pamumuhay ng bawat Pamilyang Valenzuelano (This is a clear warning to everyone. We will never allow any form of gambling, betting, riots, or brawls in Valenzuela. Our city should remain peaceful, orderly, and safe for every Valenzuelano family),” Gatchalian said.
The Valenzuela City Police Station (VCPS) said the incident happened at Sitio Kabatuhan on Aug. 16 during the area’s feast celebration.
Police said a disagreement during a boxing match later turned into a physical confrontation involving several people.
Barangay personnel and other people at the scene eventually stopped the commotion.
The VCPS launched an investigation with Sub-Station 2 and barangay authorities.
Police said a formal complaint was filed before the barangay, while documents are being prepared for the possible filing of criminal complaints.
On Aug. 17, Gatchalian led a dialogue with authorities and community representatives at Antonio M. Serapio Elementary School.
Barangay Gen. T. De Leon officials and Valenzuela police personnel led by VCPS chief Col. Joseph Talento attended the meeting.
“Sa mga nagbabalak gumawa ng gulo, huwag niyo nang subukan, dahil hindi kami magdadalawang-isip na hulihin po kayo. Huwag dito sa Valenzuela! (To those planning to cause trouble, do not even try. We will not hesitate to arrest you. Not here in Valenzuela!),” Gatchalian said.
The VCPS also urged the public not to spread unverified information or make conclusions while the investigation is ongoing.

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