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DOJ: Missing sabungeros’ case ready for resolution
The Department of Justice (DOJ) prosecution panel has concluded its preliminary investigation into the murder and kidnapping with serious illegal detention complaints filed over the disappearance of 34 sabungeros.
Businessman Charlie "Atong" Ang, actress Gretchen Barretto, and former NCRPO chief retired Police General Jonnel Estomo are among the respondents.
Out of 62 respondents, 57 submitted their counter-affidavits, with one respondent, Ryan Orapa, still needing to submit his.
The case has now been submitted for resolution, with prosecutors aiming to resolve it as soon as possible.
Families of the missing sabungeros expressed hope for justice and the issuance of arrest warrants.
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Businessman Charlie "Atong" Ang has filed a counter-affidavit with the Department of Justice regarding complaints of kidnapping with serious illegal detention and multiple murder, among others, in connection with the disappearance of 34 cockfighting enthusiasts.
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The children of businessman Charlie "Atong" Ang have denied involvement in the disappearance of the missing sabungeros, filing counter-affidavits before the Department of Justice (DOJ).
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The Philippine National Police (PNP) is prepared to arrest businessman Charlie "Atong" Ang and other individuals implicated in the disappearance of cockfight enthusiasts.
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The Mandaluyong City Prosecutor's Office dismissed all complaints filed by businessman Atong Ang against whistleblower Julie Patidongan and her former employee Alan Batiles, citing a lack of sufficient prima facie evidence.
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