The Taguig City Police Station recently arrested the two men, aged 31 and 32, both residents of Barangay Western Bicutan.
Based on the investigation by the Taguig City Police, the 23-year-old victim from Malate, Manila was to buy a motorcycle posted on Facebook Marketplace by the suspects.
(Photo of the victim)
The victim brought P60,000.00 intended for the purchase of the motorcycle and proceeded to the front of the Lighthouse Funeral Homes to meet the two suspects.
Once there, one of the suspects suddenly pointed a gun at the victim and forced him to hand over his sling bag containing the money for the motorcycle. The bag also had the victim's driver's license, National ID, and power bank.
The victim reported the incident to Sub-Station 2 of the Taguig CPS. The police promptly conducted a follow-up operation after learning that another person had contacted the two suspects online intending to buy a motorcycle.
The police collaborated with the new prospective buyer and tracked down the two suspects, leading to their arrest in Barangay Western Bicutan.
However, only one Honda PCX motorcycle, which the suspects used in their crime, was recovered from them.
(Photo of Taguig City Police)
Currently, the two suspects are detained in the custodial facility of the Taguig City Police.
The pair will be charged with violation of Article 294 of the Revised Penal Code (Robbery).
The Taguig City Police advise the public to check the seller's background and immediately report to authorities if anything unusual occurs during a transaction.
The police also stress the importance of conducting transactions or meet-ups in safe, well-lit locations with plenty of people around.
"This successful operation is a testament to the dedication and hard work of our operatives. Their swift action not only brought the suspects to justice but also reassured our community that the Taguig City Police remain committed to protecting our people, upholding the law, and keeping our city safe," stated Police Colonel Byron Allatog, Chief of the Taguig City Police.
