Eleazar urges support for next PNP chief Carlos

Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Police General Guillermo Eleazar on Wednesday asked the police force to support the leadership of his successor, Police Lieutenant General Dionardo Carlos.

Carlos was appointed by President Rodrigo Duterte to replace Eleazar, who will be retiring on November 13 upon reaching the mandatory retirement age of 56.

“The President has decided, now is the perfect time for the PNP to express our unity and solidarity behind the chain of command as we welcome a new leader who will ensure continuity of command in our organization,” Eleazar said in a statement.

With PNP’s current campaign against illegal drugs and criminality, Eleazar said “the mission ahead is as huge as his responsibility,” referring to Carlos, a former PNP spokesperson.

Eleazar also offered assistance to Carlos even when he leaves the police service.

“I wish him all the best in the new post even as I offer myself in my humble capacity as a retired PNP Chief in whatever assistance I can provide,” he said.

Aside from being a former PNP spokesperson, Carlos served as chief of the Aviation Security Group. He is currently the chief of the PNP Directorial Staff, making him the fourth highest ranked police official.

Carlos,  a member of the Philippine Military Academy Class of 1988, will serve as the PNP chief until his retirement in May 8, 2022, the eve of the local and national elections. —Giselle Ombay/KBK, GMA News