A man was issued three citation tickets after he was caught on video throwing garbage into the sea near the Pasil Fish Market in Barangay Pasil, Cebu City. Authorities tracked him down following the circulation of the footage.
Identification and Apprehension
The individual, identified only as "Juanito," a resident of Barangay Duljo-Fatima, was located by personnel of the Cebu City Police Office (CCPO) in coordination with the Sawang Calero Police Station 6. The operation was prompted by a video sent by a concerned citizen that went viral on the internet.
Citation and Violations
The Cebu City Environmental and Sanitation Enforcement Team (Ceset) issued three citation tickets against Juanito for violating ordinances on improper waste disposal and environmental sanitation.
Apology and Reminder
Juanito admitted to his action and apologized to the public. He explained that he was cleaning the street and decided to throw the garbage into the sea. "Please do not follow what I did," he said, urging residents to practice proper waste disposal to avoid fines and environmental damage.
Mayor's Statement
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival stated that the incident highlights the ongoing challenges of solid waste management in coastal communities, amid continuous cleanup operations of the city's waterways.
