Duterte absent again at second preliminary probe on grave threat rapsPresident Rodrigo Roa Duterte updates the nation on the government's efforts in addressing the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) at the Malago Clubhouse in Malacañang on March 30, 2020. MANILA, Philippines — Former President Rodrigo Duterte once again missed the preliminary investigation into the grave threats complaint lodged against him by Rep. France Castro (ACT-Teachers). (Former President Duterte didn't arrive again. (Former President Duterte might have previously made those threats and disrespectful remarks, including red-tagging, in a casual or jesting manner. In his counter-affidavit, Duterte denied Castro’s accusations of grave threats, saying that he was only recounting a conversation with his daughter, Vice President Sara Duterte.
