MANILA, Philippines – Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Oscar Albayalde on Tuesday showed up at the Senate’s inquiry on “ninja cops” or police officers involved in the illegal drug trade. READ: Magalong: Cops, convicted drug lords recycle ‘bato’Magalong later revealed the names of alleged “ninja cops” during an executive session. Albayalde was invited to the Senate inquiry amid speculations of his involvement in the illegal drug trade. Senator Richard Gordon, chairperson of the Senate Justice and Human Rights Committee, also said “ninja cops” named during the executive session were also invited to Tuesday’s hearing. READ: Albayalde, ninja cops will be invited to appear in Senate, says GordonAmong those also invited are Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) chief Aaron Aquino, Justice Secretary Menardo Guevarra and Magalong.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer October 01, 2019 02:15 UTC