Man apprehended in BGC for disobeying and shouting at police officers

• A man was apprehended in BGC after disobeying and shouting at police officers during a traffic enforcement operation
• He was stopped for using an open pipe muffler and violating the dress code in the area
• The suspect shouted, “Mga bobo kayo, di nyo alam ang trabaho nyo,” in front of bystanders before being arrested
• He faces charges of resistance and disobedience to authority and unjust vexation, with the case referred to the Taguig prosecutor’s office

The Taguig police apprehended a man in Bonifacio Global City (BGC) after he allegedly disobeyed authorities and hurled insults at them during a routine operation, Manila Bulletin reported.

The incident occurred at the corner of 25th Street and 9th Avenue, where personnel from the Fort Bonifacio Police Substation 1 were deployed to provide security and manage traffic flow.

Officers stopped the man for using an open pipe muffler and for violating the area’s dress code regulations.

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Instead of complying, the suspect began recording the encounter and shouted at the officers, saying, “Mga bobo kayo, di nyo alam ang trabaho nyo,” in front of several bystanders.

Police said they repeatedly ordered the man to cease his disruptive behavior, but he allegedly continued his actions, which prompted his arrest.

Authorities charged the suspect for violating Article 151 of the Revised Penal Code, or resistance and disobedience to a person in authority, and Article 287, or unjust vexation.

He was later brought to the Station Investigation and Detective Management Section (SIDMS) of the Taguig police for further investigation and for the filing of appropriate charges before the city prosecutor’s office.

In a statement, the Taguig police reminded the public that officers are duty-bound to maintain peace and order, and their lawful interventions must be respected.

“Acts of resistance, verbal abuse, or disturbance against police officers performing their lawful duties will be dealt with in accordance with the law,” the police said.

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Source: KAMI.com.gh