Marcos urges new police generals to balance law enforcement with human rights

President Ferdinand ''Bongbong'' Marcos Jr. reminded newly-promoted police generals to balance law enforcement with human rights during an oath-taking ceremony at Malacañang on Monday.

The President emphasized the importance of leading by example, guiding subordinates with integrity and competence, and ensuring that all PNP personnel fulfill their duties with trustworthiness.

Marcos highlighted the significant responsibilities the officers now bear, including maintaining peace and order, protecting communities, and responding to disasters.

He underscored the public's high expectations for a reliable, responsive, and committed police force that upholds citizens' rights and dignity in a safe and just environment.

The President urged them to rise to the complexity of today's challenges by balancing the demands of law enforcement while preserving institutional integrity, adhering to human rights, and having effective leadership.

Of the 39 newly promoted generals, four were lieutenant generals, 11 were major generals, and 24 were brigadier generals. Among those promoted was Criminal Investigation and Detection Group chief Nicolas Deloso Torre III, who led operations in Duterte's arrest and transfer to the Netherlands.