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Suspect urged to file affidavit vs. cops linked to 'sabungero' case
The PNP Internal Affairs Service (IAS) is requesting a suspect, alias "Totoy," to submit a formal affidavit to strengthen the investigation into the abduction of at least 100 cockfighting enthusiasts (sabungeros).
Totoy, who previously alleged that around 20 police officers were involved in the abductions, has not yet filed an affidavit.
PNP IAS Inspector General Atty. Brigido Dulay stated that Totoy's affidavit is crucial for substantiating previous testimonies and implicating police officers in the case.
The PNP-IAS is currently conducting an investigation and case build-up based on available documents but cannot move forward without Totoy's sworn statement.
Seven police officers were dismissed in January 2023 in relation to the abduction of e-sabong master agent Ricardo Lasco.
Filing an affidavit that implicates additional police officers could lead to criminal charges against them instead of just administrative proceedings.
The IAS is unaware of Totoy's current whereabouts and noted that he did not avail of the Witness Protection Program.
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The National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM) is urging whistleblower Julie "Dondon" Patidongan, also known as alias Totoy, to file a complaint affidavit with the agency regarding his claims of police involvement in the disappearance of cockfight enthusiasts, or sabungeros.
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The Philippine National Police (PNP) supports the National Police Commission's (Napolcom) motu proprio investigation into the alleged involvement of police officers in the disappearance of over 100 cockfighting enthusiasts.
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