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Two Laoag police officers dismissed over illegal counterflowing incident
The Ilocos Norte Police Provincial Office has taken administrative action against two officers from Laoag City after they were recorded counterflowing in traffic. The incident, captured on video by a motorist, prompted the police command to condemn the violation of traffic laws.
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Two police officers in Laoag City, Ilocos Norte, have faced dismissal following their involvement in an illegal counterflowing incident that was documented on video. The violation was recorded by a passing motorist and subsequently brought to the attention of the Ilocos Norte Police Provincial Office (INPPO).
Police Col. Joemar Labiano, director of the INPPO, issued a statement condemning the officers' actions. The provincial police office emphasized that counterflowing—driving against the flow of traffic—represents a serious breach of traffic regulations and public safety standards, regardless of the identity of the offender.
The incident underscores the police command's commitment to maintaining discipline within its ranks and upholding the same traffic laws that officers are tasked with enforcing among the general public. The INPPO has made clear that no member of the police force is exempt from accountability when violations occur.
The case serves as a reminder of the importance of compliance with traffic regulations across all sectors of society, including law enforcement personnel.