PNP sacks 9 SAF members
The Philippine Star|May 21, 2024
Two members of the police Special Action Force who were arrested on May 18 for allegedly moonlighting as bodyguards in a village in Muntinlupa City were relieved from their posts along with seven other SAF officials, the Philippine National Police (PNP) announced yesterday.
MARK ERNEST VILLEZA
PNP sacks 9 SAF members

PNP chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil ordered an investigation after the two SAF members reportedly figured in a fistfight while providing unauthorized VIP escort services in Ayala Alabang Village.

"We have arrested these SAF members and filed a case against them for moonlighting," Marbil told a press briefing at Camp Crame.

This story is from the May 21, 2024 edition of The Philippine Star.

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