Manila Bulletin
PNP: 903 cops dismissed from the police service in 2024
A total of 903 Philippine National Police (PNP) officers were dismissed from service in 2024 as part of ongoing internal cleansing, with 28 of them being junior and middle-ranking officers.
These dismissals were among 2,765 officers who faced administrative cases for offenses ranging from simple to grave misconduct.
Specifically, five lieutenant colonels, six majors, 12 captains, and five lieutenants were among those dismissed.
In addition to dismissals, 1,112 officers were suspended, including a colonel, 19 lieutenant colonels, 29 majors, 30 captains, and 22 lieutenants.
Other penalties imposed in 2024 included demotion for 108 cops, forfeiture of salary for 103 policemen, reprimands for 423 policemen, and restrictions/withholding of privileges for 108 cops.
PNP chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil stated these actions demonstrate the PNP's commitment to accountability and maintaining public trust.
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