Napolcom: Teacher files complaint vs. police partner over years of abuse

MANILA, Philippines—A teacher from Mindanao has filed an administrative complaint against her live-in partner, a police corporal assigned to Camp Crame, accusing him of repeatedly abusing her over nearly nine years, the National Police Commission (Napolcom) said Tuesday.

The teacher, identified only by the alias “Ma’am,” filed the complaint against the cop at the Napolcom central office in Quezon City.

Napolcom said it would pursue the appropriate administrative proceedings against the policeman for grave misconduct and conduct unbecoming of a police officer.

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The commission also vowed to conduct a thorough investigation and observe due process.

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“We will not tolerate any form of violence against women. To those experiencing abuse, please do not allow yourselves to be hurt, even if it happens for the first time,” Napolcom Commissioner Rafael Vicente Calinisan said.

Calinisan stressed that police officers must also be held accountable for alleged abuses, including those committed against their partners or spouses.

READ: Pasay cop faces Napolcom complaint over partner’s abuse claims

“To all the battered women out there, it is time to step forward. Do not endure this any longer,” the complainant said.

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“Do not wait until you lose your sanity, your dreams in life, or everything you have worked so hard for. Do not wait for someone who is not even worthy to destroy you,” she added.

The police officer apologized for his actions and urged his fellow cops not to follow his example.

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“If you feel hurt or upset, just pray instead. To everyone, I sincerely apologize for the mistake I have made,” he added. /mcm