PHILIPPINE National Police (PNP) chief General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. issued the firm message that misconduct within their ranks will not be tolerated and any police personnel who will be found to have violated the law will face a tough penance.
According to the PNP chief, recent incidents involving some uniformed police personnel only reinforces their resolve to uphold the law and protect public trust.
Records showed that since Gen. Nartatez became the 32nd PNP chief, he has already fired a total of 331 misfits and scalawags.
“Those who violate the law will face uncompromising accountability, including dismissal from service. The PNP acts with speed, decisiveness and full transparency, ensuring that cases are resolved promptly, justice is delivered without delay, and the integrity of the organization remains unshaken,” he said.
Under the leadership of Gen. Nartatez, the PNP has adopted a strict zero-tolerance policy.
Since Gen. Nartatez assumed office in August last year, the PNP has resolved 770 administrative cases, ensuring that disciplinary action matches the gravity of the violation.
Of these cases, 278 personnel were dismissed, including a mix of Police Commissioned Officers and Police Non-Commissioned Officers and Non-Uniformed Personnel while 44 were demoted and 163 received suspensions.
Additional penalties included 504 restrictions and 266 cases of withholding privileges, all reflecting a system where wrongdoing is met with consequences.
From January 1 to 31 this year, disciplinary action was applied to 180 personnel, with 53 dismissals, 88 suspensions and 27 reprimands, signaling that the PNP is not taking recent incidents lightly and that accountability remains active and ongoing.
The PNP also recognized the strong guidance of the Department of the Interior and Local Government Secretary Juanito Victor C. Remulla Jr. whose leadership ensures that internal discipline and reform remain top priorities.
Gen. Nartatez likewise expressed gratitude to the unwavering support of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., whose commitment strengthens the resolve of the PNP to serve the Filipino people with professionalism and integrity.
“With the steady guidance of Secretary Remulla and the full support of President Marcos Jr., the PNP stands ready to serve every Filipino with professionalism, honesty, and relentless dedication,” he said.
The PNP chief further emphasized that no one is above the law, there are no ‘sacred cows’ in the police force.
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