The Philippine Army is investigating allegations that several graduating National Guard trainees were physically assaulted by an instructor during a sanctioned training activity at a military training school in Camp Capinpin, Tanay, Rizal. Army officials said the incident occurred on Monday night and is being probed by the service following reports of misconduct during training.
Col. Michael Aquino, public affairs chief of the Army’s 2nd Infantry Division (2ID), confirmed that an investigation is underway. He said the Army is looking into the reported incident and reiterated that it will not tolerate breaches of discipline within its ranks.
The reports describe the probe as part of the Army’s response to concerns raised about conduct involving trainees during a formal activity at the division’s training school. Details such as the instructor’s identity, the specific circumstances of the alleged assault, and any disciplinary or legal actions have not been provided in the available accounts.
