PNP to Work with CHR to Ensure Lawful Arrests

PNP to boost ties with CHR

Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Nicolas Torre III will visit the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) on Monday "to strengthen coordination and cooperation" between the two agencies. The CHR earlier expressed concern over Torre's directive that the number of arrests linked to illegal drugs will be among his standards in assessing performance. "The chief PNP will visit the Commission on Human Rights. He is going to explain himself because…

PNP to work with CHR to ensure lawful arrests

The Philippine National Police will work with the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) to ensure that civil liberties are protected during police operations, a PNP official said.

PNP emphasizes lawful arrests following Torre's directive

The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Saturday said that any arrests made by its officers must have a legal basis.