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No sacred cow in missing ‘sabungeros’ case: Remulla
Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla assured that the investigation into the missing sabungeros will have "no sacred cows," meaning no one is above suspicion, even local chief executives, governors, or senators.
Remulla stated that if a case build-up is strong, anyone involved with the alleged private armed group will face charges.
The Department of Justice (DOJ) is collaborating with the DILG in building cases to reach a rational conclusion regarding the missing sabungeros.
A whistleblower has implicated a former vice mayor, an actress, and other officials in the case.
All 12 active police personnel mentioned by the whistleblower have been accounted for, while three non-active personnel are still being looked into.
A total of 15 individuals are suspected of being part of a private armed group involved in the disappearances.
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Over 30 individuals are under investigation for their alleged involvement in the disappearance of cockfight enthusiasts, or sabungeros, Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla confirmed.
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Malacañang has called for a deeper investigation into the reported disappearance of individuals linked to online and illegal cockfighting.
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A whistleblower, identified as Julie "Dondon" Patidongan, and the families of 34 missing cockfighting enthusiasts have filed a complaint affidavit with the National Police Commission (Napolcom).
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The Department of Justice (DOJ) affirmed that its investigation into the missing "sabungeros" is evidence-based, not personality-driven.
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The National Police Commission (Napolcom) has given 12 active police officers five days to file their counter-affidavits regarding the abduction of cockfighting enthusiasts (sabungeros).
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