President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Monday directed newly appointed Philippine National Police Chief, P/Gen. Nicolas Torre III, to enhance the PNP’s service by cleansing its ranks, intensifying the anti-drug campaign, and strengthening police presence in communities to help prevent crime.
President Marcos instructed the new PNP leadership to prioritize the needs and welfare of the public at the center of their law enforcement campaigns.
“Let your badge be your daily pledge, not to command, but to serve with integrity. Let every decision uphold the law and let every gesture reflect the quiet dignity of true public service,” President Marcos said during the formal change of command ceremony in Camp Crame on Monday.
“May the PNP become a source of hope and reassurance to every community you protect,” the President said.
The Chief Executive directed the PNP to continue engaging with communities and partnering with local governments and stakeholders.
“Above all, center every initiative on the needs, rights, and welfare of each Filipino,” the President stressed.
President Marcos told Torre to expedite the investigation of cases against erring police officers and deliver justice as soon as possible.
“Hamon ko sa’yo: Panatilihin mong malinis at marangal ang hanay ng kapulisan. Bilisan ang imbestigasyon sa mga kaso laban sa mga pulis na lumabag sa batas upang maibigay natin ang hustisya sa lalong madaling panahon,” President Marcos said.
Ordering the police force not to abuse their privileges, the President said law enforcers should be instruments of righteousness, peace, and prosperity.
“Iwasan ninyo ang paggamit ng pribilehiyo para sa pansariling benepisyo. Maging instrumento kayo ng katuwiran, kapayapaan, at kaunlaran,” President Marcos said.
President Marcos reiterated his order for the PNP to increase police visibility on the streets to ensure public safety and a quick response in case of crimes.
“Siguruhing mas maraming pulis na umiikot sa mga kalsada at nagbabantay sa mga komunidad, lalo na sa lugar na madalas ang krimen at kaguluhan. Kapag kailangan ng taumbayan, dapat may pulis na agad nagre-responde,” said the President.
“Iparamdam natin sa mga Pilipino na may pulis na handang dumamay at magtanggol sa kanila sa lahat ng oras. Hindi dapat natatakot ang estudyante, manggagawa, motorista, o magulang na maglakad sa kalsada—umaga man o gabi,” President Marcos stressed.
President Marcos ordered the PNP to continue its campaign against illegal drugs, together with the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency.
“Magsagawa kayo ng drug seizures at tiyakin na sasampahan ng kaso ang mga drug dealers. Patuloy din kayong magmatyag sa ating mga komunidad para kahit ang small time drug peddlers, walang ligtas,” the President said. | PND
