MANILA, Philippines — Former Palawan governor Joel Reyes yesterday surrendered before the Sandiganbayan, a few hours after the anti-graft court released a ruling ordering his arrest and revocation of the bail bond he had earlier posted. Reyes was accompanied by his two children and his lawyer Demetrio Custodio when he surrendered before the court’s Sheriff’s Office. In an interview with reporters, Reyes maintained that he is not a flight risk and is ready to face a tougher legal battle ahead. But I will face the case,” Reyes said. Reyes was released from the Puerto Princesa City Jail last Jan. 5 after the Court of Appeals, in a controversial decision, dismissed his murder case.

Source: Philippine Star January 29, 2018 15:33 UTC