The latest news and top stories on Nicolas Torre III. He assumed leadership of the Philippine National Police on 2 June 2025, becoming the first Chief to graduate from the Philippine National Police Academy. With a distinguished career spanning over three decades, he previously headed the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group and the Davao Regional Police Office. His notable accomplishments include leading the arrests of former President Rodrigo Duterte and Pastor Apollo Quiboloy. Currently, he is spearheading the investigation into the disappearance of 34 cockfighters, where a key witness implicated an influential gambling tycoon. His focus includes upholding meritocracy and combating illegal gambling.