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Ex-NCRPO chief Estomo threatens to file charges vs. Patidongan
Retired Lt. Gen. Jonnel Estomo denies allegations linking him to the disappearance of cockfighting aficionados (sabungeros) and is demanding a retraction and public apology from whistleblower Julie Patidongan.
Patidongan had identified Estomo as an "Alpha member" of the Pitmaster cockfighting group and implicated him in urging businessman Charlie "Atong" Ang to kill Patidongan.
Estomo presented a certification from Pitmaster Foundation Inc. stating he is not an officer or connected to its business activities to refute the claims.
The former NCRPO chief stated he is ready to face any investigation and present evidence to clear his name.
He is also preparing to take legal action against Patidongan for malicious accusations that have damaged his reputation.
On Monday, Patidongan and families of the missing sabungeros filed a complaint-affidavit at the National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM) implicating 18 police officers.
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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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Whistleblower Julie Patidongan announced his intention to file countercharges against businessman Atong Ang, whom Patidongan accuses of masterminding the abductions of cockfighting enthusiasts (sabungeros).
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Families of missing cockfighting enthusiasts, forming the Justice for Missing Sabungeros Network, are urging the government to hold businessman Charlie "Atong" Ang accountable for their loved ones' disappearances.
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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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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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