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KBP condemns Abra mayor's threats vs radio correspondent
DZRH correspondent Romeo Gonzales has filed a complaint against La Paz, Abra Mayor Joseph "JB" Bernos for alleged threats made after Gonzales reported on a fatal shooting incident in Abra.
Bernos, who is running for congressman of Abra, reportedly criticized Gonzales' reporting as "irresponsible" and threatened him via online messages and a video call, saying "babalikan kita" (I'll get back at you).
The Kapisanan ng mga Brodkaster ng Pilipinas (KBP) condemned the alleged threats, stating that intimidating a media reporter contributes to a culture of impunity.
MBC Media Group, the operator of DZRH, also condemned the threats and pledged to hold those responsible accountable to protect press freedom.
The shooting incident that prompted the report resulted in one fatality and one injury.
The Philippine National Police has reactivated a task force in Abra to focus on ensuring peace and order during the election period due to election violence in the province.
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