Cebu: A police officer in Cebu province was relieved for making a controversial twist to the “Bring Me” game on social media, where he offered cash rewards to anyone who could bring drug users and pushers to the police. Philippine National Police (PNP) spokesperson and information chief, Brig. Gen. Randulf Tua±o, said the video of the police officer, who was assigned to an administrative unit in Talisay City, has already been taken down.
According to Philippines News Agency, in the video, the police officer offered PHP2,000 and PHP5,000 for those who could bring a drug user and a street-level pusher, respectively. Brig. Gen. Randulf Tua±o explained during a press briefing at Camp Crame that the video originated from the officer’s personal account. Following the Chief PNP’s orders, both the officer and his chief of police have been asked to provide an explanation to the Director of the Anti-Cybercrime Group (ACG), Brig. Gen. Bernard Yang. Although the video has been removed, it has been preserved for a digital investigation to determine appropriate charges.
Tua±o stated that the act is a clear violation of the PNP’s operational procedures. He emphasized the importance of adhering to the guidelines for video content creation issued by the PNP Directorate for Police Community Relations (DPCR).
Meanwhile, 184 police officers have been dismissed under PNP acting chief Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr.’s leadership. Citing PNP records, Nartatez reported that 347 cops were placed under restriction, 118 were suspended, 27 were demoted for various offenses, 18 reprimanded, and 222 personnel were sanctioned through the withholding of privileges.
Lt. Gen. Nartatez asserted that the PNP maintains a zero-tolerance policy for corruption, abuse, or any actions that undermine public trust. He emphasized that the PNP will not hesitate to remove officers who dishonor the uniform. The PNP continues to enforce merit-based promotion, fair recognition of accomplishments, and essential support programs, including medical and welfare assistance. Strategic recruitment, attrition, and asset inventory also ensure that police units remain fully equipped and mission-ready, he added.
