THREE men involved in a shooting and illegal possession of firearms were arrested by police responding to a 911 call in Barangay Holy Spirit, Quezon City, on Wednesday. ​In a statement, the Philippine National Police (PNP) said responding officers intercepted a 30-year-old man with bloodstains on his head and back who attempted to flee the scene. Officers found him carrying an undocumented.45-caliber pistol and rushed him to Quezon City General Hospital for treatment. ​Shortly after, two men, ages 64 and 42, arrived on a motorcycle. One attempted to flee but was apprehended. Police recovered a high-capacity.45-caliber pistol, ammunition, a bulletproof vest and an 18-inch bolo. ​According to a 16-year-old witness, a heated argument preceded the incident. The older men allegedly struck and stabbed the injured man, who then grabbed a firearm and fired several shots. A crime scene inspection yielded one live.45-caliber round, one fired cartridge case and one deformed bullet. ​All suspects are in custody. Cases for attempted homicide, attempted murder and violation of Republic Act 10591 are being prepared for inquest. ​"Let this be clear: When firearms are used to threaten lives, the PNP will respond with full authority of the law. We will pursue offenders relentlessly and ensure they answer for their actions," PNP chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. said. ​"Violence does not have a place in our community. Those who will violate the law will surely face its full force," he said.