Cop who allegedly meddled in molestation case relieved

CEBU, Philippines - The policewoman who allegedly tried to convince a house help from filing charges against those who allegedly molested her has been relieved from her post at the Danao Police Station.

Provincial Police Director Sr. Supt. Erson Digal said PO2 Vilma Degamo has been transferred to the Bogo Police Station pending the summary hearing for grave misconduct. Her transfer became effective last March 18.

An inquiry conducted by the Provincial Intelligence Division Management Branch revealed that Degamo tried to convince a 16-year-old house help not to file charges against the two Pakistanis and her employer who allegedly molested her in Carcar City.

Degamo denied influencing the girl, but admitted the lawyer of the two Pakistanis is her friend. She said she only went to Carcar to follow up on a case.

However, her superior at the Danao Police Station, Supt. Elmer Lim, said he was not aware of any follow-up investigation in Carcar. He said that in the PNP, the police station chief is the first to know of any action or movement within his jurisdiction.

PIDMB subsequently recommended for a summary hearing against Degamo. – Gabriel C. Bonjoc/JMO   FREEMAN NEWS)