CIDG Investigates Alleged Extrajudicial Killings in Davao Region
CIDG field unit ordered to review alleged EJK cases in Davao Region
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The Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) in the Davao Region, Philippines, has been ordered to investigate alleged extrajudicial killings (EJKs). This directive follows a call from Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla, particularly focusing on incidents during Ronald 'Bato' dela Rosa's tenure as Davao City police chief.
- 01CIDG director Maj. Gen. Robert Alexander Morico II confirmed compliance with the investigation order.
- 02Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla initiated the investigation into alleged EJKs linked to former police chief Ronald 'Bato' dela Rosa.
- 03The Philippine National Police (PNP) Forensic Group is prepared to assist in processing evidence from crime scenes.
- 04Dela Rosa was previously subpoenaed to testify but was later placed in protective custody amid an International Criminal Court warrant.
- 05Following a recent shooting incident at the Senate, dela Rosa has returned to hiding.
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The Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) in the Davao Region has been directed to investigate alleged extrajudicial killings (EJKs), as confirmed by CIDG director Maj. Gen. Robert Alexander Morico II. This order comes from Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla, who emphasized the need to address cases that occurred during the tenure of Ronald 'Bato' dela Rosa as Davao City police chief. The Philippine National Police (PNP) is also involved, with Forensic Group Director Col. Pierre Carpio stating that their unit is ready to process evidence related to these alleged crimes. Remulla's announcement included plans to subpoena dela Rosa, who has faced scrutiny due to an International Criminal Court warrant. After resurfacing briefly, dela Rosa returned to hiding following a shooting incident at the Senate, raising further concerns regarding his involvement in the EJK cases.
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The investigation into EJKs may lead to accountability for past actions by law enforcement in the Davao Region.
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