Philippine police chief reports 312 officers killed, 974 injured, and 214 charged during Duterte's drug war.

Philippine Police Chief Gen. Rommel Marbil reported that during the Duterte administration's six-year drug war, 312 police officers were killed, 974 were injured, and 214 faced criminal charges. Marbil called for better support and protection for officers and stressed the need for police reforms to ensure effective crime-fighting while respecting human rights. The Department of Justice will investigate related extrajudicial killings, including old and suspended cases.

November 10, 2024
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