PNP: Cases vs Sara not politically motivated

The cases filed against Vice President Sara Duterte and her security personnel are not politically motivated but part of the Philippine National Police's constitutional mandate to enforce the law impartially, PNP chief Gen.

- By MARK ERNEST VILLEZA

Rommel Francisco Marbil said yesterday. “The PNP remains committed to its mandate to enforce the law without fear or favor.

The filing of cases against any individual, regardless of status or political affiliation, is a reflection of our duty to the Constitution and the Filipino people,” Marbil said in a statement.

He emphasized that the PNP’s inaction in enforcing the law could erode public trust in law enforcement.

“If we do not file cases against those accused, what will people say? The police are afraid, that the law is only for the poor. We cannot allow such perceptions to take root. Our duty is to apply the law to everyone, regardless of their standing, because justice is not selective,” he explained.

Marbil also highlighted lessons from past controversies of the police, particularly criticisms against the “tokhang” campaign of the previous administration, where law enforcement was accused of targeting marginalized communities.

“We refuse to let history repeat itself. The PNP is committed to protecting all sectors of society without bias or prejudice,” the top cop stressed.

He assured the public that legal mechanisms are in place to guarantee fairness and due process for all accused.