Nicolas Torre officially assumes post as CIDG chief

PBGen. Nicolas Torre INQUIRER PHOTO / NINO JESUS ORBETA

MANILA, Philippines — Police Brigadier General Nicolas Torre III on Thursday officially assumed his post as the 49th acting director of the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG).

Torre took over from Police Major General Leo Francisco in a turnover ceremony held today at the CIDG Headquarters in Camp Crame.

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Francisco said Torre is the right official to lead the CIDG, citing his “extensive experience.”

“PBGen Torre’s extensive experience in handling complex criminal investigations and his dedication to public service make him the right person to lead CIDG,” Francisco said in his speech.

“I am confident that under his leadership, CIDG will continue its relentless efforts to combat crime and protect the public,” he added.

During his stint as Police Regional Office 11 chief, Torre led the arrest of Pastor Apollo Quiboloy last Sept. 8.

As the Quezon City Police District (QCPD) chief, he introduced a “three-minute response time” policy for criminal cases.

However, Torre’s time as QCPD chief was not without controversies. He resigned on August 30, 2023, after receiving backlash for holding a press conference with dismissed policeman Wilfredo Gonzales, who was caught on video threatening a cyclist with a gun.