Philippine National Police (PNP) chief General Nicolas Torre III clarified his directive on prioritizing arrests, stating it applies to all forms of criminality, not just drug-related offenses.
Torre emphasized that the goal is to remove criminals from communities to ensure safety and security.
He assured the public that all operations will strictly adhere to established police procedures and uphold human rights, with no tolerance for killings or murders.
This clarification comes after concerns from human rights advocates that the directive might lead to abuses and violations.
The PNP will also collaborate with the Commission on Human Rights to address any potential human rights violations by police officers.
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