A 48-year-old driver of a sports utility vehicle (SUV) who allegedly hit a tricycle, pointed a pellet gun at the driver, and fled was arrested during hot pursuit in General Santos City.

Police officers responded after the tricycle driver reported that the SUV driver hit his vehicle and pointed a gun at him around 7 p.m. on Sunday, December 7, 2025.

The responding team pursued the fleeing SUV driver involved in the incident.

Moments later, authorities caught up with the suspect and cornered his vehicle at a traffic section. Police officers approached the SUV with one officer attempting to open the door in the backseat while aiming his firearm.

As the officer managed to board the vehicle, the suspect reportedly tried to drive away but was stopped by another responding officer positioned near the driver’s side.

The suspect continued to resist until he was eventually pulled out from the vehicle and arrested.

“Allegedly, meron siyang pellet gun na dala-dala at it was recovered doon sa kanyang sasakyan. Allegedly, tinutukan pa niya itong ating biktima,” Traffic Enforcement Unit (TEU) of the General Santos City Police Office (GSCPO) Chief, Lt. Col. Patrich Elma, said.

The suspect may face charges for grave threats and reckless imprudence resulting in damage to property.