753 cops sacked since April 2024, PNP reports
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has dismissed 753 policemen from service since April 2024 due to grave offenses such as the use of illegal drugs.
In a statement on Wednesday, the PNP said 493 were dismissed due to absence without official leave, 38 for illegal drug use, 18 for robbery and extortion, and 15 for carnapping.
The other policemen were dismissed due to serious offenses such as homicide, murder, rape and graft/malversation, the PNP said.
“Our mission is to serve and protect the public, not to instill fear or abuse power. Any police officer found guilty of misconduct or illegal activities has no place in the PNP,” said PNP chief Gen. Rommel Marbil.
Filipinos, according to Marbil, “deserve a trustworthy and professional police organization.”
“Every action we take in upholding discipline is a step toward earning and maintaining their trust. Those who do not adhere to our core values will be removed from service,” he said.
Internal monitoring
He assured the public that all disciplinary actions had undergone due process, fair investigations, and administrative review.
“While individual cases are not publicized in the media, internal monitoring and strict enforcement of policies remain a priority to uphold the credibility of the institution,” he said.
The PNP reported that from Jan. 1, 2022 to Feb. 12, 2025, a total of 2,598 personnel have been dismissed from the service.
Marbil earlier said that policemen found guilty of misconduct would be held fully accountable.
He reiterated the warning after 10 officers were placed under investigation for allegedly conducting a raid on a private residence in Taguig City without a court-issued warrant earlier this month.
