The Philippines’ Department of Justice review shows lapses and excessive force in drug war

MANILA, Oct 23 (dpa): The Philippines’ Department of Justice earlier this week released details of 52 cases of killings it reviewed under the government’s anti-illegal drugs campaign, showing excessive use of force and lapses in procedures by police.

The department’s review of the cases also found various instances when there were no records or evidence to support claims by police officers that the slain suspects fought back during the anti-drug operations.