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Manila cop held for car theft

Ghio Ong - The Philippine Star
February 3, 2026 | 12:00am
Manila cop held for car theft
Staff Sgt. Patrick Ryan Montes Gargallo of the MPD’s forensics unit and the other suspects may face charges of car theft, grave threats and grave coercion. They were accused of stealing a van used for courier services on Jan. 30.
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MANILA, Philippines — A member of the Manila Police District (MPD) has been arrested along with seven others for car theft in Sta. Cruz.

Staff Sgt. Patrick Ryan Montes Gargallo of the MPD’s forensics unit and the other suspects may face charges of car theft, grave threats and grave coercion. They were accused of stealing a van used for courier services on Jan. 30.

Another suspect, Alex Montes Gargallo, remains at large.

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