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Two Cagayan de Oro police officers dismissed over misconduct charges
Two police officers stationed in Cagayan de Oro City have been removed from their posts following allegations of inappropriate conduct toward female criminology student-interns. The dismissals were confirmed Monday by the regional police director.
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CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — Two officers of the Cagayan de Oro City Police have been terminated from service following allegations of acts of lasciviousness against female criminology student-interns, according to Brig. Gen. Nestor Babagay Jr., director of the Police Regional Office (PRO)–10.
Babagay announced the disciplinary action Monday, stating that the officers' conduct violated professional standards and organizational policies. The exact details of the allegations and the timing of the incidents were not immediately disclosed.
The case highlights ongoing concerns regarding workplace conduct and the protection of vulnerable individuals within law enforcement agencies. The dismissals come as police leadership continues efforts to maintain internal discipline and safeguard the public's trust in the institution.
No further details regarding the investigation or the identities of the officers involved were provided at the time of the announcement.