NCR cops reject ₱3-M bribe from foreigners nabbed in Taguig raid

Operatives of the Regional Special Operations Group of the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPORSOG) arrested a foreign national for trying to bribe them with ₱3 million in exchange for the release and dropping of charges against three compatriots earlier arrested for yielding guns and grenades in Taguig City.

NCRPO director Maj. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez, Jr. lauded the RSOG operatives for displaying integrity despite the offer of the huge sum of money.

“What they did was exemplary as it showed integrity and professionalism within law enforcement,” said Nartatez.

“This incident serves as a powerful testament to the steadfast dedication of our officers in upholding the rule of law and serving the public with honor and integrity. These are the kind of policemen that we need, to show our people that we can be trusted and that the NCRPO policemen are respectable and professional,” he added.

The bribery committed by suspect Zhuang Guangdong stemmed from the operation of RSOG operatives in Barangay Bambang, Taguig City, on Sunday, April 14, that resulted in the arrest of 24-year old Haiqiang Su who yielded long firearms, handguns and other gun parts.

Seized were a caliber 5.56 rifle Daniel Defense Black Creek GA USA M4 Carbine; two magazine assembly for caliber 5.56mm; 36 pieces of ammunition for cal. 5.5mm; six pieces of ammunition for cal. 9mm; an airsoft M16 rifle; three airsoft pistols; a tactical scope; two grenades; a tactical vest, three pistol holsters and a Chinese flag.

Nartatez said two other Chinese nationals present in the raided house were also arrested.

Later that evening, Nartatez said a certain Jerry Mari S. Cheng arrived at the RSOG headquarters in Taguig City and handed over two paper bags to Chinese Zhuang Guangdong, one of those arrested.

It was Zhuang who reportedly offered the ₱3-million cash to the RSOG personnel on-duty in exchange for their release.

Instead of accepting the money, RSOG officers arrested Zhuang while Cheng managed to flee from the scene after handing over the paper bag.

A complaint for Corruption of Public Officials is being prepared against Zhuang while efforts to apprehend Cheng are ongoing.