Critics, however, decry extrajudicial killings in the process as they point out that those killed in the drug war have yet to face a court to try allegations against them. Still, the number of homicides possibly linked to the drug war being investigated climbed to 16,355. AP/Bullit Marquez, fileLast month, two cops were dismissed due to their alleged involvement in the killing of 19-year-old Carl Arnaiz, one of the many teenager casualties in the drug war. Duterte's drug war is currently facing a petition seeking its unconstitutionality before the Supreme Court. RELATED: Highlights from the Supreme Court oral arguments on the drug war

Source: Philippine Star December 26, 2017 09:33 UTC