MANILA, Philippines – The legal counsel of retired Special Action Force (SAF) chief Maj. Gen. Getulio Napeñas has questioned the Ombudsman’s decision to withdraw raps versus former President Benigno Aquino III but not those slapped against his client. Lawyer Paolo Mabazza on Friday said the basis of Ombudsman Samuel Martires’ withdrawal of the case is confusing to them because they believe Napeñas should be included. ADVERTISEMENT“Bakit kay Noynoy (Aquino) lang ang wini-withdraw (Why did they withdraw the case against Nonoy only)?” Mabazza said. Martires signed a motion seeking the withdrawal of the case against Aquino last June 24. During the proceedings, Mabazza asked Fourth Division chair and Associate Justice Alex Quiroz if Napeñas’ camp can file a comment.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer July 05, 2019 13:41 UTC