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Torre vows zero tolerance for extrajudicial killings: ‘CHR is our boss’
Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Nicolas Torre III visited the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) to clarify his directive on using the number of arrests as a performance metric.
Torre clarified that the directive emphasizes diligence, efficiency, and lawfulness, not merely a contest of numbers, and that all arrests must adhere to strict guidelines.
He assured the CHR that the directive will be implemented with high regard for human rights and vowed zero tolerance for extrajudicial killings.
The CHR acknowledged Torre's visit as a milestone demonstrating his sincerity and openness to dialogue.
Torre referred to the CHR as the PNP's 'boss' concerning the protection of human rights and expressed gratitude for their role in keeping the police accountable.
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