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Lead drug rehabilitation efforts, PNP tells local officials
The Philippine Star
|February 24, 2025
As the Philippine National Police exerts more pressure on drug syndicates and their networks, barangay officials and sectoral representatives must take the lead in the rehabilitation of drug users, PNP chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil said yesterday.
Marbil made the plea as he stressed the need for stronger community engagement to complement intensified anti-narcotics operations.
Marbil highlighted the importance of barangay anti-drug abuse councils (BADAC) in their recalibrated anti-drug campaign.
"As we exert relentless pressure on drug suppliers and their networks, BADAC officials must take the lead in rehabilitating and reforming their constituents," he said.
Under the PNP's recalibrated approach, police officers prioritize the observance of human rights where law enforcement operations are amplified against drug rings but opportunities are provided for suspects who can still be saved.
This story is from the February 24, 2025 edition of The Philippine Star.
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