Man in Quiapo, Manila Arrested for Stealing P80 Goya Chocolate
A 44-year-old man was arrested for allegedly stealing a bar of Goya chocolate worth P80 inside Isetann Recto Mall in Quiapo, Manila.
On October 6, 2025 (Monday), Sta. Cruz Police Station (PS3) of the Manila Police District (MPD) arrested a man identified as Joey Del Rosario after a security guard witnessed the act.
According to the police report, the incident happened around 11:07 a.m. when Del Rosario, a resident of Malate, Manila, was seen taking a Goya Chacha milk chocolate from the store shelf without paying for it.
The security guard approached him and asked for a receipt, but the suspect failed to show any proof of purchase. He was immediately detained and turned over to police officers for further investigation.
Before being taken to the police station, Del Rosario was brought to a hospital for a medico-legal examination to ensure his physical condition. He was then placed under police custody at the Sta. Cruz Police Station for processing and documentation.
Authorities are now preparing the necessary papers to file a case against him for violating Article 308 of the Revised Penal Code, which refers to theft.
Though the stolen item was of small value, authorities reminded the public that theft, regardless of the amount involved, is still a punishable offense under the law.
The incident garnered mixed reactions online, with some expressing concern about the man’s possible circumstances, while others emphasized the importance of respecting store policies.
The incident shows that even minor acts of stealing can lead to serious consequences, and that honesty remains an important value no matter the situation.
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