17 policemen relieved after alleged drinking session inside police station
- Seventeen police officers were relieved from their posts over an alleged drinking session during a Christmas party held inside a police station in Eastern Samar
- The incident reportedly took place at the Dolores Municipal Police Station and involved nearly half of its personnel
- The station commander and one non-uniformed personnel were among those removed from duty
- Police officials confirmed that replacements will be reassigned to ensure uninterrupted operations in the area
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Seventeen police officers have been relieved from their positions following allegations that they engaged in a drinking session during a Christmas party held inside their police station in Eastern Samar.
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The incident has drawn public attention after videos and photos of the alleged gathering circulated widely on social media.
According to the Philippine National Police Regional Public Information Office in Eastern Visayas, the officers involved were assigned to the Dolores Municipal Police Station.
The number of personnel removed reportedly accounts for nearly half of the station’s entire police force, raising concerns about discipline and adherence to established protocols within the unit.
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Police Lieutenant Colonel Analoza Catilogo-Armeza confirmed that drinking alcoholic beverages inside a police station is strictly prohibited under PNP rules.
Authorities emphasized that police facilities are expected to maintain professionalism at all times, regardless of occasion or celebration.
Included among those relieved of their posts was the chief of the Dolores Municipal Police Station, along with one non-uniformed personnel.
The removal of ranking officers highlights the seriousness with which the PNP is treating the incident, as leadership is expected to set an example for subordinates.
Following the mass relief, the PNP assured the public that measures are already in place to prevent any disruption in police services.
Catilogo-Armeza stated that personnel from other units will be reassigned to temporarily fill the vacancies left by the relieved officers.
The PNP reiterated its commitment to enforcing internal discipline and maintaining public trust.
Officials stressed that any behavior that undermines the integrity of the police force will be dealt with accordingly, especially when incidents become highly visible to the public through social media.
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