NAPOLCOM: Better disciplinary, investigative action vs corruption, abuses

The National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM) on Sunday vowed to continue strengthening its disciplinary mechanisms and investigative processes in support of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s order for the Philippine National Police (PNP) to enforce a zero tolerance policy against corruption and human rights abuses.

In a statement, NAPOLCOM backed Marcos’ remarks at the recent commencement exercises of the Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA) “Silang-Paglaon” Class of 2026 that “there is no room in this profession for those who bend or break the law.”

It said the President’s directive is a “clear and urgent challenge to both the PNP and NAPOLCOM: to uphold the highest standards of integrity and to decisively cleanse the ranks of those who betray public trust.”

“NAPOLCOM will continue to strengthen its disciplinary mechanisms, enhance its investigative processes, and work closely with the PNP and concerned agencies to ensure that erring personnel are held accountable swiftly and fairly,” NAPOLCOM said.

It added: “As partners in nation-building, the Commission stands as both an overseer and an ally of the PNP, committed to guiding, supporting, and uplifting the many honorable men and women in uniform who faithfully serve the Filipino people.”

NAPOLCOM commissioner Rafael Vicente Calinisan assured that the agency will “not hesitate to hold erring officers accountable."

“Public service is not a refuge for abuse – it is a solemn commitment to integrity and accountability. At the same time, we recognize and commend the many upright and dedicated police officers who serve with honor every single day. They are the reason we continue to pursue the cleansing of the ranks – not against the police, but for the police and for the people.”

NAPOLCOM stressed that the cleansing of the police force’s ranks “is not an act of division, but a step toward restoring public trust and strengthening the police organization as a whole.”

“Our message is simple: if you are honest, NAPOLCOM stands with you. But if you are corrupt, expect to face the full force of the law,” Calinisan added. — JMA, GMA Integrated News