Leandro Mendoza

Filipino police officer and politician

Leandro Mendoza - Filipino police officer and politician
Born

1946
79 years ago

Died

October 7th, 2013
12 years ago — 67 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Philippines

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Served as the 36th Executive Secretary of the Philippines. Held various positions in the Philippine National Police, rising through the ranks to become Chief of the Philippine National Police. Contributed to public safety and law enforcement efforts during tenures in both law enforcement and government roles.

Served as Chief of the Philippine National Police

Appointed as the 36th Executive Secretary

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