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PBBM: 177 Officers Charged In Metro For Drug-Related Offenses
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In a recent video message, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. revealed that 177 police officers in Metro Manila have been charged with drug-related offenses, including planting evidence, unlawful arrest, and excessive violence. The charges come as part of an intensified anti-illegal drugs campaign targeting law enforcers.
The President emphasized the importance of addressing misconduct within the police force, stating, "We cannot ignore the actions of our officials, and that's why 177 police officers have been charged with drug-related offenses, including planting of evidence, unlawful arrest, and excessive violence here in NCR."
The Department of Justice (DOJ) is actively pursuing 151,818 court cases from 2022 to 2023, resulting in the imprisonment of 121,582 violators involved in the drug trade.
President Marcos highlighted the administration's commitment to creating drug-free communities, stating, "These numbers represent a real improvement in our ongoing fight against the proliferation of illicit narcotics, making our communities safer."
The administration reported seizing approximately PhP10.41 billion worth of illegal drugs from January to December 2023 and clearing over 27,000 barangays of narcotics. The Philippine National Police (PNP) conducted more than 44,000 anti-illegal drug operations, leading to the arrest of 56,495 suspects.
Collaborative efforts between the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), Dangerous Drugs Board (DDB), Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA), and the PNP resulted in clearing 27,968 barangays of illegal drugs. Additionally, 23 provinces, 447 municipalities, and 43 cities established community-based drug rehabilitation programs (CBDRPs) by December 27, 2023.
The annual accomplishment report highlighted the establishment of 50 provinces, 1,160 municipalities, and 30 cities with functional Anti-Drug Abuse Councils (ADACs) implementing anti-drug priorities at the local level. Moreover, 74 in-patient treatment and rehabilitation facilities were set up.
The President emphasized the importance of addressing misconduct within the police force, stating, "We cannot ignore the actions of our officials, and that's why 177 police officers have been charged with drug-related offenses, including planting of evidence, unlawful arrest, and excessive violence here in NCR."
The Department of Justice (DOJ) is actively pursuing 151,818 court cases from 2022 to 2023, resulting in the imprisonment of 121,582 violators involved in the drug trade.
President Marcos highlighted the administration's commitment to creating drug-free communities, stating, "These numbers represent a real improvement in our ongoing fight against the proliferation of illicit narcotics, making our communities safer."
The administration reported seizing approximately PhP10.41 billion worth of illegal drugs from January to December 2023 and clearing over 27,000 barangays of narcotics. The Philippine National Police (PNP) conducted more than 44,000 anti-illegal drug operations, leading to the arrest of 56,495 suspects.
Collaborative efforts between the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), Dangerous Drugs Board (DDB), Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA), and the PNP resulted in clearing 27,968 barangays of illegal drugs. Additionally, 23 provinces, 447 municipalities, and 43 cities established community-based drug rehabilitation programs (CBDRPs) by December 27, 2023.
The annual accomplishment report highlighted the establishment of 50 provinces, 1,160 municipalities, and 30 cities with functional Anti-Drug Abuse Councils (ADACs) implementing anti-drug priorities at the local level. Moreover, 74 in-patient treatment and rehabilitation facilities were set up.
Jan 9, 2024
