Manila Bulletin
Mabasa family thanks gov’t for filing
criminal charges in Percy Lapid killing
The family of slain journalist Percy Lapid expressed gratitude to government investigators for filing murder charges against suspended Bureau of Corrections chief Gerald Bantag, his deputy Ricardo Zulueta, and others involved in the killing.
Percival's brother, Roy Mabasa, specifically thanked the Department of Justice, Department of the Interior and Local Governments, National Bureau of Investigation, and the Philippine National Police.
The family also extended their thanks to supporters and listeners of Percy Lapid for their solidarity and for not abandoning them during their grief and quest for justice.
Charges were also filed for the killing of Cristito Villamor Palana, an inmate identified as the alleged middleman in the slaying.
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The Palace expressed hope for justice to be served following the filing of murder charges against suspended Bureau of Corrections chief Gerald Bantag and others in connection with the killing of broadcaster Percy Lapid.
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Murder complaints have been filed against suspended Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) chief Gerald Bantag and other individuals in connection with the killing of broadcast journalist Percy Lapid.
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Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla admitted he initially hoped other groups, particularly drug lords, were responsible for the killing of broadcaster Percy Lapid instead of suspended BuCor chief Gerald Bantag.
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