Chiz sees no need to file charges vs Duterte over "kill" remarks

Senate President Francis Escudero stated that he sees no reason to file charges against former President Rodrigo Duterte over his recent "kill" and "bomb" remarks directed at incumbent senators.

Escudero explained that the remarks do not warrant the filing of a complaint as these are not among the private crimes that require a complainant to file a case, citing examples such as concubinage, adultery, seduction, abduction, rape, and acts of lasciviousness.

He mentioned that prosecutors cannot file a case if the offended party does not file a complaint.

Escudero also stated that he does not feel personally alluded to by Duterte's statement and is unaware of who the former President might have been referring to.

He believes that such controversial remarks, though disappointing, have become a norm after six years of Duterte's presidency.

Instead of legal action, Escudero suggests that any response to Duterte's statements should be reflected through the ballots in future elections.