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Palace warns of dismissals for PNP, BOC officials in Bulacan incident
Malacañang has signaled that personnel from the Philippine National Police and Bureau of Customs face potential removal from office if found to have misused their authority during a confrontation in Bulacan. The presidential office expressed confidence in both agencies' ability to conduct fair investigations into the clash.
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The Palace on Tuesday indicated that erring officials involved in a confrontation between PNP and BOC personnel in Bulacan could face dismissal from their positions. Malacañang stated that those found to have abused their authority would face administrative consequences, underscoring the administration's commitment to accountability within law enforcement and customs operations.
Official statements emphasized that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. maintains confidence in both the PNP and BOC to conduct impartial investigations into the incident. The Palace's position reflects expectations that the two agencies will independently review the circumstances surrounding the clash and take appropriate action against any personnel found to have overstepped their mandate.
The warning comes as both agencies face scrutiny over inter-agency coordination and the proper exercise of authority by their respective officers. Officials stressed that the incident would be handled through established investigative mechanisms, with the understanding that due process will be observed while ensuring accountability for any misconduct uncovered during the probe.