Three police officers from Bulacan were dismissed from their posts after attempting to arrest a businessman whom they mistakenly believed was a wanted individual in Baliwag.The incident, which occurred on Thursday, led to the relief of San Rafael police chief Lt.Col.Alvin Christopher Baybayan under the doctrine of command responsibility.

Complaints of physical injury, unjust vexation, grave coercion, and slander by deed were filed against the officers, with the Philippine National Police (PNP) emphasizing its zero-tolerance policy for misconduct.The businessman was having lunch when three men approached him, dragged him into a Toyota Vios, and attempted to take him away.Restaurant workers intervened, preventing the arrest.The officers later realized their mistake after verifying the businessman's identity.PNP chief Gen.Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr.stated that the incident could have escalated into a shootout due to lack of coordination with Baliwag police.The case highlights the importance of proper protocol in law enforcement operations and the consequences of errors in such procedures.