PNP drive sanctions 5K cops from Aug. 2025

More than 5,700 erring police officers were given administrative sanctions from 26 August 2025 to 4 November 2026 as part of the Philippine National Police’s (PNP) internal cleansing program.

Based on data provided by the PNP Public Information Office, 5,002 administrative cases were resolved and 5,742 personnel were penalized.

According to PNP chief Gen. Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., the organization continues to strengthen its internal accountability mechanisms, making it clear that discipline and professionalism must begin within its own ranks.

Of the 5,742 personnel penalized, 1,562 were dismissed from the service, 2,748 were suspended, 838 were reprimanded, and 279 were demoted. Other penalties included salary forfeiture, restriction, and withholding of privileges.

Among those dismissed, the leading offenses were absence without official leave, involving 931 personnel; positive findings in illegal drug-related cases, involving 141; robbery or extortion, involving 70; and other grave offenses, involving 216. Other cases involved violations of laws and offenses against persons.

Nartatez stressed that the organization will not tolerate misconduct or allow rank and position to shield anyone from accountability.

“Every police officer is expected to follow the same laws and standards that we are sworn to enforce. If a violation is proven, appropriate action must be taken. We cannot build public trust while turning a blind eye to misconduct within our own organization,” Nartatez said.