Mga pulis, binaril ang gulong ng pickup na nang-araro ng tricycle ; lasing na driver, arestado

- Off-duty cops who were having their meal at nearby diner intervened in a timely manner in a road rampage in Cavite

- In a CCTV footage shared by GMA News, two police officers who were having dinner, swiftly responded to a pickup truck that rammed tricycles in Naic, Cavite, preventing further damage and injuries

- The officers’ decisive action included shooting the pickup truck’s tires, effectively stopping the vehicle from escaping and leading to the arrest of its senior citizen driver, who was allegedly intoxicated

- The viral footage of the officers’ “movie-like” response earned widespread commendation online

Two quick-thinking police officers who were off-duty and enjoying dinner at a local eatery in Naic, Cavite, sprang into action to prevent a runaway pickup truck from causing further damage after it plowed through several tricycles.

Their timely intervention, which included shooting out the vehicle’s tires, led to the immediate apprehension of the senior citizen driver, who was reportedly intoxicated.

The dramatic incident unfolded recently in Naic, prompting an immediate and decisive response from the two police personnel.

The pickup truck had reportedly caused a chaotic scene, damaging multiple tricycles and injuring at least two individuals—a tricycle driver and his wife, who are currently receiving medical attention in a local hospital. The errant vehicle then attempted to flee the scene, escalating the emergency.

Viral footage of the incident, shared by Naic MDRRMO via Jonathan Andal/GMA Integrated News, showed the officers, identified only as police personnel from Naic, responding with remarkable speed.

Despite being in a casual setting, they sprinted towards the moving pickup truck. One of the officers then discharged his firearm, targeting and successfully hitting the vehicle’s tires, effectively disabling it and preventing the driver from escaping further.

The driver, a senior citizen, was subsequently arrested by the Naic police, who said he was allegedly under the influence of alcohol.

The video has garnered widespread attention and praise across social media platforms, highlighting the critical role of police vigilance and swift action.

Netizens lauded the officers’ “astig” (cool/awesome) and “mala-pelikula” (movie-like) response.

Comments flooded in, with many praising the officers’ immediate and effective intervention. “Galing ng mga police. 👏❤️ Naka ilang ulit ko pinanood, ang astig ng pag responde nila, wala ng paligoy ligoy, takbo agad. Mabilis. Mala pelikula,” one Instagram user remarked.

Another stated, “Good job sa ating Kapulisan! Ganyan dapat mabilis umaksyon! Salute!🫡🫡🫡”

However, the incident also sparked debate among some users regarding the protocol of shooting a vehicle’s tires during a vehicular accident.

One comment questioned, “WTF? protocol ba barilin ang vehicular accident?! Ano basis niya bumunit ng baril? That’s a bad precedent.”

Despite this, the overwhelming sentiment was one of approval for the officers' quick thinking in preventing potentially more severe harm. Many emphasized the benefit of “police visibility” and having “mabubuting police na anjan sa location mismo” (good police right there on location).

Concerns were also raised about the dangers of drunk driving, especially involving senior citizens. “Senior na kasi pinagmamaneho pa ayaw mag hire ng driver,” a user commented, while another added, “Dapat di na magdrive pag lasing.”

There were strong calls for the drunk driver to face severe consequences. “Bulukin nyo selda!” (Let him rot in jail!) and “Yan ang dapat ikulong Habang buhay” (That person should be jailed for life) were common sentiments.

A particularly close call for a pedestrian was also noted, with a user stating, “Ako po yung tumatawid, lakas tibok ng dibdib ko parang si Tom cruise ang dating ng eksena haha😂,” indicating how narrowly tragedy was averted.

The quick response of these officers underscored the dedication of law enforcement personnel, even during their personal time, and serves as a testament to their commitment to public safety.

The incident continues to be a talking point, emphasizing the importance of responsible driving and the bravery of those who uphold the law.

News, photos, or videos that arouse the interest of netizens would often go viral on social media, due to the attention netizens give them. These viral posts appeal to the emotions of netizens, and in rare cases, this could also happen to ordinary people, making them very relatable.

In other news, a 67-year-old tricycle driver was shot dead by two unidentified suspects while transporting a passenger in Umingan, Pangasinan. The shooting occurred around 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday in Barangay Lubong; the suspects fled on a motorcycle. The victim sustained three gunshot wounds to the chest and was declared dead on arrival at the hospital, while the passenger was unharmed. Police are still investigating, with motives such as a land dispute or revenge being considered.

Still in other news, a police officer was tragically killed in an ambush in Isulan, Sultan Kudarat, early Tuesday morning. Police Executive Master Sergeant Geoffrey Angub succumbed to gunshot wounds. A quick and extensive hot pursuit operation led to the apprehension of the two suspects, a father and son, who were found hiding in Polomolok, South Cotabato. Isulan Police Chief Police Lieutenant Colonel Julius Malcontento stated that initial investigations and witness testimonies point to a personal grudge as the motive behind the killing.

Source: KAMI.com.gh