2 Fake MTPB Traffic Enforcers Extorting Money from Motorists in Pandacan Arrested
Authorities arrested two (2) fake Manila Traffic and Parking Bureau (MTPB) traffic enforcers for extortion in Pandacan, Manila.
Two guys who were pretending to be traffic cops were detained by the Special Mayor’s Reaction Team (SMaRT) and MTPB Special Operation Group. In Pandacan, Manila, they were seen directing traffic and waiting for trucks when they were caught.
SMaRT Chief P/Maj. Edward Samonte identified the suspects as Millel y Calawin, 43, and Rocky Macarian y Bernal, 34. According to the report, both individuals had previously worked as enforcers of the MTPB.
The two were detained on suspicion of violating both Article 179 of the Revised Penal Code and Article 177 of the Penal Code, as amended by Republic Act 379. (Illegal Use of Uniform and Insignia). The offenders were reportedly apprehended in Pandacan next to the CleanFuel petrol station on Quirino Avenue.
Prior to this, the MTPB office had previously received reports about the suspects’ alleged nefarious activities in the region, including their alleged stalking and robbery of drivers of vehicles, mainly trailer trucks, and delivery vans. The individuals were arrested as a consequence of an operation targeting “scalawags,” or former traffic enforcers, according to MTPB Chief of Operation Wilson Chan.
Based on the report of Remate, after being questioned by the proper MTPB and SMaRT officials, the suspects attempted to flee. When they were discovered, they were unable to produce their identification or mission orders, thus they were promptly handcuffed.
According to Chan, the suspect Millel was allegedly arrested for the second time because he was arrested for the first time in 2019 in the same case where he was jailed for six months. He claimed that although MTPB administration is working to improve the department’s reputation, it has been damaged by individuals like them.
Chan warned drivers, particularly those driving delivery trucks, trailer trucks, and other commercial vehicles, that if someone approaches them, particularly late at night or early in the morning, MTPB enforcers can check for identification and issue mission orders to confirm their legitimacy.
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