A ride-hailing driver, assisted by a witness, pursued and apprehended a man who allegedly stole his sling bag containing cash and personal belongings late Friday night in Barangay 176F, Bagong Silang.
According to the Caloocan City Police Station, the incident occurred around 11:30 PM on September 25 along Phase 10B, Package 6.
The suspect reportedly snatched the driver’s sling bag—which held ₱35,000 in cash, a Samsung smartphone, a power bank, bank cards, a professional driver’s license, and a Unified Multi-Purpose ID—before attempting to escape on foot.
The victim and an eyewitness immediately gave chase, catching up to the suspect at ACCO Homes Phase 10 around 12:05 AM on September 26.
Responding police officers arrived shortly after to take the suspect into custody and retrieve the stolen items.
While authorities recovered the driver’s license and ID card from the suspect, the sling bag, mobile phone, power bank, bank cards, and ₱35,000 in cash have not yet been retrieved.
Police Brigadier General Christopher N. Abrahano, Officer-in-Charge of the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO), commended the swift action while reiterating the importance of community alertness.
“The immediate response in this incident shows the value of vigilance and cooperation,” Abrahano said. “We encourage the public to report suspicious or criminal activity without delay so our personnel can act accordingly.”
The suspect remains in police custody and will face theft charges through inquest proceedings.
