Over 5.4K erring cops sanctioned from Aug. 26, 2025 to Nov. 4, 2026

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More than 5,400 erring police officers were given administrative sanctions from Aug. 26, 2025 to Nov. 4, 2026 as part of the Philippine National ...

MANILA – More than 5,400 erring police officers were given administrative sanctions from Aug. 26, 2025 to Nov. 4, 2026 as part of the Philippine National Police's internal cleansing program.

Based on data provided by the PNP Public Information Office, 5,002 administrative cases were resolved and 5,427 personnel were penalized.

According to PNP Chief Gen. Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., the organization continues to strengthen its internal accountability mechanisms, making it clear that discipline and professionalism must begin within its own ranks.

Of the 5,427 personnel penalized, 1,562 were dismissed from the service, 2,748 were suspended, 838 reprimanded, and 279 were demoted. Other penalties included forfeiture of salary, restriction, and withholding of privileges.

Among those dismissed, the leading offenses were absence without official leave (AWOL), positive findings in illegal drug-related cases, robbery or extortion, and other grave offenses.

Nartatez stressed that the organization will not tolerate misconduct or allow rank and position to shield anyone from accountability.

“Every police officer is expected to follow the same laws and standards that we are sworn to enforce. Kapag may napatunayang paglabag, kailangang may kaukulang aksyon (If there is proven violation, there should be corresponding action). We cannot build public trust while turning a blind eye to misconduct within our own organization,” Nartatez said.

He reiterated the PNP's zero-tolerance policy toward corruption, abuse of authority, involvement in illegal activities, and other forms of misconduct that undermine the integrity of the police service.

At the same time, he stressed that administrative cases must be addressed through established procedures, with disciplinary actions grounded in evidence and carried out in accordance with due process.

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