Man Arrested After Allegedly Stealing a Woman’s Motorcycle While She Was Just Buying from a Pharmacy
A man in Sta. Cruz, Manila was arrested after allegedly stealing a motorcycle parked outside a pharmacy on Fugoso Street.
According to the police, the 19-year-old female victim had parked her motorcycle to buy some items from the pharmacy, accidentally leaving the keys in the ignition.
When she returned, she was shocked to see the suspect already riding her motorcycle, ready to flee. The victim quickly shouted for help, catching the attention of officers from the Alvarez Police Community Precinct, who were nearby conducting an anti-criminality campaign.
Six police officers immediately responded, chasing the suspect. They managed to recover the stolen motorcycle, but the suspect attempted to escape on foot. The chase lasted about five minutes and ended on P. Guevarra Street, where the suspect was cornered by the police with the help of local residents.
Upon arrest, the suspect was found carrying an undocumented caliber .38 revolver loaded with bullets. Further investigation revealed that he had a criminal history, including charges related to illegal drugs.
Authorities also suspect that he may be involved in gun-for-hire operations or gun-running activities. There is a possibility that the stolen motorcycle was intended to be used for other criminal activities.
“Maaari pong ginagawa rin nila ito na mangangarnap muna o makakakuha ng mga pagkakataon na ganyan tapos ‘yung gagamitin nilang motor, gagamitin din sa iba iba pang krimen,” Manila Police District-3 Alvarez PCP commander Police Major Arnold Lising.
The suspect is now in the custody of the Sta. Cruz Police Station faces charges for violating the Comprehensive Law on Firearms and Ammunition, the Omnibus Election Code related to the gun ban, and carnapping. The suspect refused to give any statement regarding the incident.
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