National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) director Brig. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. has urged his men to exercise caution while in public places, in light of a recent shooting incident in Quezon City involving a police officer.
The suspect, Pat. Edwin Rivera, 26, was arrested by fellow police officers following the slaying of a 29-year-old man during an altercation at a bar in Novaliches, Quezon City.
The incident happened while Rivera was in a drinking spree with friends at the Spot Light Beer and Lounge along Sarmiento Street in Barangay Nova Proper.
Responding policemen disarmed and arrested. The suspect is now under the custody of the Regional Mobile Force Battalion while investigation is underway.
Witnesses testified that the suspect drew his firearm and shot the victim at the height of their altercation.
Nartatez assured that the involved policeman would be held accountable for his crime. He reminded officers to be cautious in public places and to refrain from drinking in bars, nightclubs, and other public establishments.
“An extensive investigation is currently being conducted to establish the facts of the case and bring justice to the victim. I will assure you that the involved policeman will be held accountable for his actions,” the NCRPO chief said.
“May this incident serve as a warning to all NCRPO personnel to conduct themselves properly at all times, take precautions, control their actions, and do not risk the safety of people around them. No excessive use of authority will be tolerated under my watch,” he added.