The Philippine Daily Star reported on its front page that the Chief of the Philippine National Police, Nicolas Tore, was dismissed on August 25, 2025, less than three months after his appointment. This came after he became controversial for leading the arrest of former President Duterte.
Tore was appointed as the Chief of the Philippine National Police by President Marcos on May 29, 2025. Previously, he served as the head of the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group, and led the arrest operation of Duterte.
Temporary Senate President Igoy Estrada stated that the dismissal was for the "best interest of the public," but did not specify the exact reasons.
Reports indicated that Tore carried out a top-level personnel reshuffle without the approval of the president or the National Police Commission, appointing his allies to key areas such as Mindanao, which angered Marcos.
After the midterm elections, the Marcos camp was at a disadvantage, and the dismissal of Tore was seen as a gesture to the Duterte family to ease political pressure.
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