By Darryl John Esguerra
MANILA – Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief Gen. Nicolas Torre III has been relieved of his post effective immediately.
Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin made the announcement Tuesday.
In a letter dated Aug. 25, Bersamin directed Torre to relinquish his post and to ensure proper turnover.
“For the continuous and efficient delivery of public services in the PNP, you are hereby directed to ensure proper turnover of all matters, documents and information relative to your office,” Bersamin said.
Malacañang has yet to provide further details as of posting time.
Meanwhile, the PNP remains silent on the issue.
Members of the media at Camp Crame are trying to get the side of Torre and PNP spokesperson Brig. Gen. Jean Fajardo, but they have not yet responded.
Torre took over as the 31st PNP chief and the fourth under the Marcos administration in June.
He is the first PNP chief from the PNP Academy and is scheduled to retire on March 11, 2027. (With Lloyd Caliwan/PNA)
