Victor Corpus, former ISAFP chief, dies at 79

Former military intelligence chief Victor Corpus, who served as the Intelligence Service of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (ISAFP) chief during the early years of President Gloria Arroyo's administration and is known for his defection to the Communist Party of the Philippines before leaving three years later, has died at the age of 79 on Thursday, April 4.

Corpus' family confirmed his passing in a Facebook post earlier today, expressing their sorrow with a heartfelt message.

He was reinstated in the AFP by President Corazon Aquino after being released from military prison following the People Power Revolution and authored 'Silent War' in 1989, offering insights into the communist movement.

Corpus resigned as ISAFP chief in 2003 amid the Oakwood mutiny but was later cleared of any involvement in the Davao bombings that occurred during his tenure.

His niece Jennies Cruz announced Corpus' death on her Facebook page, urging people to pray for his loved ones.