PBGen Jay Reyes Cumigad, Director of the PNP Aviation Security Group announced that what began as a routine Thursday night on October 30, 2025, at the transit lounge in the Departure Area of NAIA Terminal 1 turned tense when an inadmissible Cameroonian national under airline and immigration custody suddenly became violent toward security personnel.
“The PNP Aviation Security Group upholds a zero-tolerance policy against any act that threatens or attempts to compromise airport security operations. Discipline is mandatory and any violation of airport rules and regulations will be met with firm and decisive measures to preserve order and protect the traveling public,” Cumigad said.
Despite repeated reminders to remain inside the lounge area, the individual lost control and attacked the guards using a plastic chair and a belt. Several airline security personnel sustained injuries as they tried to restrain the passenger, who continued shouting profanities and causing alarm among other travelers in the area.
Responding personnel from the PNP- Aviation Security Group swiftly arrived, managed the situation and ensured the safety of everyone in the vicinity. The passenger was brought under control without further incident.
Authorities have already coordinated with the Bureau of Immigration to determine the appropriate course of action for the inadmissible passenger, who remains under custody. Meanwhile, the injured security personnel are still considering whether to pursue charges.
