A 33-year-old policewoman was injured after a tricycle driver allegedly struck her in the head with a stone during a robbery in Digos City, Davao del Sur.

According to a report by GMA Super Radyo Davao, the Davao del Sur Police Provincial Office identified the victim as a resident of Poblacion 2, Bansalan, Davao del Sur and the suspect as a resident of Magsaysay town.

Based on investigation, the victim boarded the suspect’s tricycle and upon reaching Purok 5-A in Barangay Matti, the suspect allegedly tried to take her bag containing money, cellphone, and documents forcibly.

When the victim tried to fight back, the suspect reportedly struck her in the head with a stone, causing her to lose consciousness and sustain injuries.

The victim managed to call for help and was brought to the hospital immediately.

Authorities arrested the suspect during hot pursuit operation.

The suspect reportedly denied the allegations, but he apologized to the victim.

(With reports from GMA Super Radyo Davao)