THE National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) has launched a full-scale investigation into an incident in Tondo, Manila, where four individuals—including three minors—were allegedly beaten by several barangay personnel.
NCRPO Officer-in-Charge PBGen. Christopher Abrahano directed police units to uncover the exact sequence of events, identify every person involved, and determine potential criminal or administrative liabilities.
“We take this incident seriously, particularly because three of the reported victims are minors,” Abrahano said in a statement.
“I have directed our personnel to conduct a thorough, impartial, and evidence-based investigation. We will establish what happened, who was involved, and what led to the incident,” Abrahano added.
Investigators are tasked with securing and preserving key evidence, including surrounding CCTV footage, photographs, video recordings, medical records, and eyewitness accounts.
Police will also work directly with the victims and their families to ensure that cases involving minors are handled with strict adherence to child protection laws and sensitive handling protocols.
Abrahano emphasized that the investigation must remain objective and protected from any outside pressure, ensuring due process for both the complainants and the respondents.
“Our children and young people deserve protection, not violence. The NCRPO will always stand for the safety and welfare of our youth,” the NCRPO chief said. “Any person who is proven to have committed wrongdoing will be held accountable, regardless of position or affiliation.”
The regional police office issued a reminder to local barangay authorities and community enforcement personnel that power must always be exercised within legal limits, especially when interacting with juveniles.
“There will be no premature conclusions, but there will also be no tolerance for abuse,” Abrahano warned. “We will follow the evidence and let the proper legal process determine accountability.”
