Manila, Oct. 26 -- The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Monday vowed to enforce stricter recruitment standards for aspiring police officers.

PNP chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. said weeding out aspirants with questionable character early in the recruitment process will prevent the organization's integrity from being compromised.

"As a law enforcement agency, the Philippine National Police will protect itself from applicants with highly questionable background and character. There is no room for future policemen who cannot even observe and respect the simplest rules and regulations," Nartatez said in a statement.

National Police Commission (Napolcom) Vice Chairperson and Executive Officer Rafael Vicente Calinisan earlier warned...