3 cops wounded in Taguig police station gun duel

 

MANILA, Philippines — Three police officers were wounded, including two  who reportedly shot each other after a heated argument at the Taguig City police station on Monday, according to authorities. 

The Taguig City police identified the two police officers as Executive Master Sergeant Heriberto Saguiped and Chief Master Sergeant Alraquib Aguel. 

Based on an initial report, the shooting incident occurred at about 11:30 a.m. inside the Office of Community Affairs Section of the police station after Aguel arrived and approached Saguiped. 

A heated argument ensued, while Corporal Alison Sindac tried to calm down both officers. 

The feuding police officers eventually shot and wounded each other, as well as Sindac.

Responding colleagues rushed the three police officers to hospital. 

 gsg