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Abra guv, vice guv-daughter want province under Comelec control
The Asenso party in Abra, led by Governor Dominic Valera and Vice Governor Joy Valera-Bernos, is petitioning the Commission on Elections (Comelec) to place the province under its control for the upcoming elections.
The petition cites escalating violence and harassment against their members, with Vice Governor Bernos stating that placing Abra under Comelec control will ensure supporters can "walk freely in a peaceful political environment without fear."
The group highlighted that incidents of violence began in August 2024 and have prompted the reactivation of Task Force Abra.
According to an Abra Police Provincial Office report, from January 12 to March 29, there were 18 shootings resulting in 12 deaths and 18 injuries, along with four grenade-throwing incidents.
The Asenso party noted that the police report does not include instances of threats, intimidation, and harassment experienced by their members.
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