Marcos to PNP: No room for cops who break the law

President Ferdinand ''Bongbong'' Marcos Jr. called on Friday the Philippine National Police to ensure a zero tolerance policy for corrupt practices as well as human rights abuses in the organization. 

Marcos made the remark during his keynote address at the 47th Commencement Exercises for the “Silang Paglaom” Class of 2026 at the Philippine National Police Academy campus in Silang, Cavite.

''The PNP, together with NAPOLCOM, must also maintain a zero-tolerance policy for corruption and for human rights abuses. There is no room in this profession for those who bend or break the law,'' Marcos said. 

He asked the PNP and the Department of the Interior and Local Government to continue conducting prompt and objective investigations into every officer who violates their sworn mandate. 

''Throughout the PNP ranks, we have conducted thousands of investigations on erring personnel, resulting in disciplinary actions,'' Marcos said.

''We can improve public trust through enhanced police visibility and transparency in these investigations,'' he added.

Marcos said there is also the need to bridge the gap between the police and the community through regular engagements.

'Trusted by citizens'

Meanwhile, he challenged the PNPA graduates to transform the police force into ''one that is deeply trusted by our citizens.'' 

''Help to cleanse your ranks so that wrongdoings of a few will not destroy the reputation that you have worked so hard to achieve. Become problem solvers by fairly enforcing the law,'' Marcos said. 

''Be law enforcers who will bring closure and justice to our people, especially those who have been oppressed,'' he added. 

The President also urged the graduates to never forget their duty to the Republic.

''Always keep in mind that your oath is tied to the Republic and the Filipino people alone. Leave all other interests at the door,'' he said. — RSJ, GMA Integrated News