Since he took office just over a year ago, police have reported killing nearly 3,200 people in the drug war. Rights groups say Duterte may be overseeing a crime against humanity. Duterte named Parojinog last year as being among mayors, policemen and judges who were involved in drug trafficking. Duterte also lashed out at critics, including his predecessor Benigno Aquino who had questioned the effectiveness of his drug war. "Go ahead and enter the drug trade, PNoy, and I will cut off your head," Duterte said, using Aquino's nickname.

Source: The Nation Bangkok August 02, 2017 12:33 UTC