Manila Bulletin
Task Force 'Kontra Bigay' urges public to take part in investigation of vote-buying incidents
The Commission on Elections' (Comelec) Task Force Kontra Bigay is investigating ten (10) alleged incidents of vote-buying during the 2022 National and Local Elections.
The task force, led by Commissioner Aimee Ferolino, has activated the Citizen's Complaint Center (CCC) to receive complaints.
It urges the public to actively participate in the investigation by reporting incidents, submitting evidence, and executing affidavits.
Ferolino stated that successful prosecution relies on the collaborative efforts of the Comelec, partner agencies, and the public.
A potential vote-buying case is progressing with the assistance of the Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP) and the Legal Network for Truthful Elections (LENTE), as a complainant has provided an affidavit and evidence.
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