In 2025, the Philippine National Police (PNP) dismissed 1,120 personnel and suspended 1,425 others as a result of administrative cases.
A total of 4,203 administrative cases involving 6,527 PNP personnel were filed last year, with penalties imposed in 2,226 of these cases.
The majority of those penalized were police non-commissioned officers, but police commissioned officers and non-uniformed personnel were also among those disciplined.
While 1,369 cases resulted in exoneration for 3,124 personnel, the remaining 2,843 cases led to corrective penalties for 3,403 individuals.
Penalties varied and included reprimand, demotion, withholding of privileges, forfeiture of salary, and restriction.
Acting PNP Chief PLt.Gen. Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. stated that these numbers demonstrate the PNP's dedication to accountability and due process, emphasizing that investigations are thorough and decisions are based on facts.
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