The Philippine National Police (PNP) has relieved two police officers from their posts in Manila following an incident involving unsafe loading of a pushcart.
In a statement, the PNP confirmed that the officers were reassigned pending investigation after a video circulated showing them allowing a pushcart to be loaded dangerously, posing risks to pedestrians and traffic.
The incident, which occurred in the streets of Manila, sparked public outrage and prompted the PNP to take swift disciplinary action. The PNP reiterated its commitment to upholding public safety and warned that similar violations would not be tolerated.
As of press time, the names of the relieved officers have not been disclosed, and the investigation is ongoing.