Philippine National Police (PNP) chief General Rommel Francisco D. Marbil announced Friday that nearly 3,000 officers faced penalties this year as part of the force’s internal disciplinary campaign, underscoring efforts to root out misconduct and restore public trust.
Official data showed 5,457 personnel were administratively charged in 3,751 cases in 2024. Of these, 2,765 officers received punishments—including suspensions, dismissals, and demotions—while 2,691 were exonerated, according to a PNP statement.
“These figures demonstrate the unstinting commitment of the PNP leadership to cleanse its ranks of bad eggs while strictly adhering to due process,” Marbil said.
Among those penalized, 1,112 officers were suspended—including high-ranking officials such as a colonel, 19 lieutenant colonels, and 29 majors—while 903 were dismissed, among them five lieutenant colonels and six majors. Other penalties included demotions (108), salary forfeitures (103), reprimands (423), and restrictions (82).
Marbil cited the recent case of 20 officers placed under restrictive custody over their alleged roles in a 2022 Manila drug bust involving P6.7 billion pesos ($122 million) worth of shabu (crystal meth). Two suspects had retired, three took optional retirement, one resigned, and two were dismissed. The PNP chief denied claims of institutional “conspiracy” to shield erring personnel.
The PNP’s Internal Disciplinary Mechanism (IDM), established in 2020, employs a three-pronged strategy: preventive measures to deter misconduct, punitive actions to enforce accountability, and restorative programs to rehabilitate penalized officers.
To address case backlogs, the PNP implemented a “Zero-Backlog Program” mandating resolutions within 110 days. Over 1,600 personnel underwent disciplinary training in 2024 to improve case handling efficiency.
“These efforts not only strengthen our institution but reaffirm our dedication to serving with honor and integrity,” Marbil said.
