Philippines' Duterte says there could have been abuses in war on drugs

In a hastily called news conference at the presidential palace, Duterte said he would not condone abuses and the police officers would have to face the consequences of their actions if that is the recommendation of a formal investigation.

"There is a possibility that in some of police incidents there could be abuses. I admit that," Duterte said.

"These abusive police officers are destroying the credibility of the government," he added. "Who will follow the government if the credibility is destroyed."

(Reporting by Manuel Mogato; Editing by Toby Chopra)