Cop faces rap for alleged sexual harassment of patrolwoman

Bulacan cop faces charge for alleged sexual harassment of a patrolwoman

By: - Reporter / @FArgosinoINQ
/ 04:04 PM June 10, 2024

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MANILA, Philippines — A patrolwoman was reportedly sexually harassed by a police major in Bulacan last June 7, according to the authorities.

In a report on Monday, Bulacan police identified the suspect as Major Gerardo Navarro.

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Police said Navarro reportedly went inside the Women and Children Protection Desk office along Barangay Poblacion in Plaridel where the victim was taking a nap.

Awakened by the suspect’s hug, the victim tried to stop Navarro, who allegedly continued touching her body.

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The cop reportedly left only after she cried for help.

Navarro will face complaints for violating Republic Act 7877 or the Anti-Sexual Harassment Law, police said.

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