A MAN, who threatened his girlfriend with a gun during an argument Monday, February 3, is facing multiple charges for illegal possession of firearms and violence against women.
The incident alarmed the authorities, who then warned male partners on using force against women.
Based on the report, the incident happened around 3 p.m. of February 3. The suspect's girlfriend, whose name was withheld, went to Talomo Police Station to seek police assistance regarding the alleged violation of his partner of the Republic Act 9262 during their altercation.
The man was allegedly armed with a firearm inside the complainant's house in Catalunan Pequeño, Davao City. The suspect allegedly threatened and intimidated her with his firearm.
After receiving the report, the operatives responded to the area and arrested the suspect who was identified as Harold Tampos, 24, unemployed and a resident of Catalunan Pequeño, Davao City.
During the operation, policemen recovered from the suspect a caliber .38 revolver with four pieces of live ammunition.
When asked for the permit of his firearm, the suspect failed to present any document.
Police Lieutenant Colonel Ronald Lao, chief of Talomo Police Station, said the suspect will now face gun charges for violation of Republic Act (RA) 10591 and RA 9262, or Violence Against Women and Children (VAWC) Law.
Lao also reminded the men not to take advantage of the vulnerability of women by using violence to intimidate them, as he assured that they will not tolerate such action.
"Women are born to be loved, respected, like on how we adore our mothers. All acts of violence against women, whether intentional or not, will not be tolerated and the PNP (Philippine National Police) will continue to hold those responsible for this type of behavior accountable for their actions," Lao said.
Meanwhile, the police advised the victim to undergo a physical examination and psychological evaluation at the Southern Philippines Medical Center.
Lao said the suspect is currently detained at this office for proper disposition.