NCRPO relieves Pasay police chief; orders probe into anti-drug ops
MANILA, Philippines — Pasay City Police Chief Col. Joselito de Sesto has been relieved of his post, the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) confirmed on Friday. In a Viber message to the INQUIRER, NCRPO spokesperson Maj. Hazel Asilo said de Sesto’s relief took effect on Sep. 29. “[He was] administratively relieved pending investigation,” Asilo
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Awaiting deadline 60% Administrative Delay
The investigation remains confined to internal administrative proceedings with no immediate public findings or criminal charges filed. The former police chief remains suspended but retains his rank pending the outcome, with no external agency intervention.
Watch for: NCRPO issues a press release stating the investigation is 'ongoing' with no new charges filed · Col. Joselito de Sesto returns to duty or remains on administrative leave without further public comment
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Awaiting deadline 25% Judicial Referral
The Ombudsman or Department of Justice formally accepts the case for preliminary investigation, indicating a shift from internal police discipline to potential criminal liability. This escalates the situation beyond a routine administrative relief.
Watch for: Office of the Ombudsman announces it has taken over the case for preliminary investigation · De Sesto is formally charged with administrative offenses under the Civil Service Commission rules
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Awaiting deadline 10% Rapid Reinstatement
Internal review finds insufficient evidence for the relief, leading to the immediate restoration of Col. de Sesto to his post. This reversal suggests the initial relief was premature or politically motivated.
Watch for: NCRPO issues a directive reinstating Col. Joselito de Sesto as Pasay City Police Chief · Maj. Hazel Asilo announces the administrative case against de Sesto has been dismissed for lack of evidence
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Awaiting deadline 5% External Intervention
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) or the Office of the President directly intervenes, demanding a broader probe into systemic issues within the Pasay police unit rather than just the individual chief.
Watch for: CHR Commissioner calls for an independent task force to investigate the Pasay police anti-drug ops · Malacañang Palace releases a statement directing a full review of the Pasay Police Department's operations
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