PRO-8 probes alleged drinking incident at Eastern Samar Police Station
- Police Regional Office 8 launched a probe into reports of a drinking session inside a police station during a Christmas party
- PRO-8 leadership stressed it will not tolerate misconduct among its personnel
- The PNP strictly prohibits alcohol consumption while on duty and inside police facilities
- Officials welcomed the report from a concerned citizen, citing its role in promoting accountability
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Police Regional Office 8 (PRO-8) has ordered an investigation into an alleged drinking session that reportedly took place inside a police station in Eastern Samar during a Christmas party.
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The incident has raised concerns about possible violations of established police conduct and internal regulations.
In a statement, PRO-8 leadership emphasized that the organization does not tolerate wrongdoing among its ranks.
Officials underscored that members of the police force are expected to uphold professionalism at all times, particularly while on duty and within police premises.
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Under Philippine National Police (PNP) rules, the consumption of alcohol while on duty is strictly prohibited.
The policy also clearly bans drinking sessions inside police facilities, regardless of the occasion.
These guidelines are in place to ensure discipline, maintain public trust, and prevent actions that could undermine the credibility of law enforcement.
According to PRO-8, a formal inquiry is already underway to establish what actually happened and to identify those who may be responsible.
“An immediate investigation is underway to verify the circumstances surrounding the incident and to determine the accountability of the personnel involved. Should the allegations be proven true, appropriate administrative and disciplinary actions will be imposed in accordance with existing laws and PNP policies,” the statement read.
Authorities said the investigation will focus on gathering statements, reviewing available evidence, and determining whether police protocols were violated during the event.
PRO-8 also expressed appreciation for the concerned citizen who reported the alleged incident.
Officials said such reports play a crucial role in strengthening transparency and accountability within the organization.
In other developments, overseas Filipino worker Rhodora Alcaraz, widely praised as a modern-day hero, returned to the Philippines on December 16 and was personally welcomed by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and the First Lady at NAIA Terminal 3. Alcaraz gained international recognition for her bravery during a massive high-rise fire in Hong Kong last November, where she protected her employer’s three-month-old infant by wrapping the baby in a wet blanket and using her own body as a shield against the flames. The deadly blaze has since been classified as one of the most fatal apartment fires worldwide in recent decades, leaving more than 160 people dead and prompting multiple arrests over alleged safety lapses and malfunctioning alarm systems. After completing medical treatment in Hong Kong, Alcaraz was assisted by the Department of Migrant Workers and the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration in returning safely to her hometown in Laguna, where she will continue receiving support for both physical injuries and emotional trauma.
Meanwhile, authorities and animal welfare advocates are probing a shocking case of animal cruelty near the Montalban Public Market, where CCTV footage captured a man repeatedly striking a dog with a wooden club. Initial findings suggest the assault was motivated by revenge, as the suspect is believed to be the owner of a fighting rooster that was allegedly bitten or killed by the dog. Video evidence and witness statements show that the main suspect was accompanied by two other men, who are reportedly not residents or familiar figures in the Rodriguez area. The Animal Kingdom Foundation has committed to helping pursue criminal charges under the Animal Welfare Act, stressing that inflicting harm on animals as a form of retaliation for property loss constitutes a criminal offense.
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