BACOLOD City — Police arrested a 25-year-old man following an alleged attempted robbery involving an 18-year-old student in Barangay 7, this city, early Saturday, October 24.
The Bacolod City Police Office (BCPO) said Police Station 2 received a report of the incident at around 12:45 a.m.
According to the student, a man armed with an improvised ice pick allegedly threatened him along 13th Street near an apartment.
The student managed to escape by entering his apartment, where he immediately sought police assistance.
Responding officers launched a hot pursuit operation and intercepted the suspect at the corner of San Sebastian and Mabini streets in Barangay 32.
The suspect, identified by police only as alias “Gin,” was riding a tricycle when officers stopped him.
Police said the complainant positively identified the suspect, leading to his arrest. Officers also recovered an improvised ice pick allegedly used in threatening the student.
The suspect was brought to Police Station 2 for proper disposition and the filing of appropriate charges, according to the Police Regional Office-Negros Island Region (PRO-NIR).
PRO-NIR director Brig. Gen. Rudecindo Reales underscored the importance of a swift police response and decisive action in apprehending suspects and protecting the public.
Reales reminded police personnel to respond promptly to crime reports, pursue leads without delay, and ensure that suspects are held accountable through lawful procedures while respecting their rights.
Police said the operation highlighted the importance of timely intervention and community cooperation in addressing reported criminal activity./PN
