Six police officers in Batangas were relieved from their posts for allegedly firing their guns during a birthday celebration of their fellow police officer in Barangay San Benito, Lipa City last week.
Col. Ruel Ferrer, internal affairs service regional director, said the six officers are being investigated for grave misconduct, adding that they could face sanctions that include suspension or dismissal from service.
Brig. Gen. Paul Kenneth Lucas, Calabarzon police director, assured the public that the case would be handled with transparency, fairness and firmness, noting that five of the six officers are already under the personnel holding and accounting section of the Batangas Police Provincial Office.
‘We will not allow the alleged misconduct of a few to overshadow the dedication and hard work of the majority of our police officers who continue to serve and protect the people of Calabarzon with honor and commitment,’ Lucas said in a statement.