Policeman in Camilon case sacked

A MID-RANKING police officer implicated in the mysterious disappearance of beauty queen Catherin Camilon …as dismissed from the police service.

In a statement, BGen. Paul Kenneth Lucas said Maj. Allan de Castro …as discharged from the service effective Jan. 16, 2024 for conduct unbecoming in relation to the disappearance of Camilon on Oct. 17, 2023.

It …as reported that de Castro had an illicit and extramarital affair …ith Camilon.

“The case against Police Major de Castro stemmed from allegations of conduct unbecoming of a police officer after a series of through investigation by the Regional Internal Affairs Service uncovering evidence of an illicit and extramarital affair bet…een the responded and the missing Catherin Camilon,” Lucas said in the statement.

Lucas said the dismissal of de Castro from the service “serves as a significant step in ensuring that individuals entrusted …ith the responsibilities of safeguarding our people are held accountable for their actions.”

The dismissed police officer had been previously summoned to shed light on the disappearance of Camilon but refused to provide details.

The dismissal of de Castro is an independent administrative action and is separate from the ongoing criminal investigation related to the disappearance of Camilon.

De Castro is still facing another administrative case under National Internal Affairs Service relative to the criminal charges of kidnapping with serious illegal detention filed against him.

“The legal process …ill continue to unfold, and updates …ill be provided to the media and the public as necessary,” Lucas said.

Jeffrey Ariola Magpantay, the alleged driver of de Castro, and t…o others surrendered to police authorities last …eek, all of …hom are facing kidnapping and illegal detention charges.

“We are committed to the conduct of fair and impartial investigations into any allegations of misconduct, regardless of our personnel’s rank or position,” Lucas said.

“We …ill not permit our personnel to be involved in any incidents that …ill taint the image of the PNP, especially here in the Police Regional Office-Calabarzon.”

He said the dismissal underscores the need to maintain the highest standards of conduct and integrity …ith the ranks, “this reflects our dedication to transparency, accountability, and upholding the principles of justice.”