FORTY-THREE administrative cases have been resolved by the Police Regional Office 3 from February to April while nine erring policemen were sacked, PRO 3 director, Brigadier General Jess Mendez told the Journal Group.

The official said that of the 9 personnel dismissed, one is a Police Commissioned Officer (PCO) while the eight are Police Non-Commissioned Officers.

He said five PCOs and 22 PNCOs were also suspended while four PCOs and five PNCOs were exonerated of their administrative charges.

Another three PRO 3 personnel were also reprimanded while one PNCO was demoted after being found guilty of his administrative offense.

“This actions are part of our renewed push for internal discipline and accountability as ordered by Philippine National Police chief, General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr.,” the PRO 3 director said.

Brig. Gen. Mendez said the effort is part of a broader commitment to strengthen discipline within the ranks while restoring and sustaining public trust.

Gen. Nartatez had said that more than 1,000 PNP personnel from January to March this year have been slapped with administrative charges and will face sanctions and other penalties including dismissal from the force amid its zero-tolerance policy on wrongdoings.

“This is part of our intensified effort to uphold discipline and accountability within the ranks,” said the top cop.

PNP-IAS records showed that a total of 1,048 personnel during the period were charged in 490 administrative cases—higher than the figures recorded in the same period last year, indicating a more proactive internal monitoring and response system.

Of those charged, 806 are Police Non-Commissioned Officers and 242 are Police Commissioned Officers, reflecting that accountability measures are being implemented across all levels of the organization.

To date, the PNP-IAS headed by Inspector General Brigido J. Dulay has recommended 323 personnel for administrative sanctions, including 41 dismissals, 64 suspensions, 20 demotions and 11 reprimands.

Meanwhile, 187 personnel were exonerated, underscoring the Service’s commitment to due process and fairness.

Compared to the same period in 2025, this year’s figures show a clear increase, reflecting the PNP’s stronger internal accountability efforts and more consistent enforcement of discipline across the ranks, Gen. Nartatez said.

He stressed that discipline remains non-negotiable in the police service.

The PNP chief added that they will continue to strengthen their internal processes to ensure that misconduct is addressed promptly while protecting those who perform their duties with honesty and professionalism.

“We are firm when it comes to accountability, but we are also fair. Our goal is not just to correct lapses, but to build a culture where doing what is right becomes the standard,” Gen. Nartatez said.

These efforts form part of the PNP’s continuing push under its Focused Agenda, particularly on strengthening Integrity Monitoring to reinforce internal discipline and accountability systems.