E-Bike Driver Faces Complaints for Victimizing Minor in Bacolod City
BACOLOD CITY, NEGROS OCCIDENTAL – A young girl, who allegedly fell victim to a 40-year-old E-bike driver, is now under the care of the DSSD.
On November 29, 2023 (Wednesday), a 40-year-old E-bike driver is facing complaints for reportedly abusing a young girl in Bacolod City.
The Department of Social Services and Development (DSSD) head Alma Gustillo said that the agency will provide the underage girl with psychological debriefing and assist her in filing a case against the suspect.
Gustillo added that she has already spoken with the victim’s father, explaining that it would be better for the child to be in the DSSD facility for proper monitoring and to receive the necessary support and psychosocial assistance.
The incident came to light after a report was received by the Bacolod City Police Station 6 from a Purok Chairman, indicating an alleged case of abuse in their area.
Police Captain Dax Santillan, the station’s chief, stated that they immediately went to the location and spoke with the victim. The victim identified the suspect, who was then brought to the police station for questioning.
Santillan further mentioned that the suspect is a neighbor of the victim, and both are E-bike drivers. It is known that the minor resides alone with her father, who works as a butcher.
The DSSD, in collaboration with the local police, is taking steps to ensure the safety of the minor and to support her through the legal process.
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The involvement of government agencies in assisting victims of such incidents underscores the importance of safeguarding the rights and welfare of minors in the community.
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