10 QCPD officers placed under restrictive custody over drug op irregularities

The Quezon City Police District (QCPD) announced on Wednesday that 10 police officers from Barangay Holy Spirit police station have been placed under restrictive custody due to alleged irregularities in the implementation of Oplan Galugad.

A viral social media post prompted an investigation into the April 12 operation where five men were arrested for illegal gambling.

The review revealed that dried marijuana leaves had been recovered but not properly documented or turned over to the crime lab, and no complaints were filed under the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002.

All officers involved have been relieved from their duties, reassigned, and placed under the custody of the Criminal Investigation and Detection Unit (CIDU) for investigation with appropriate criminal and administrative charges to be filed against them.

QCPD emphasized its commitment to maintaining public trust by handling this matter transparently as directed by NCRPO Regional Director Police Major General Anthony Aberin.

The directive aims to cleanse the ranks of any misconduct and uphold professional standards in law enforcement.