What evidence did the ICC prosecution present vs Duterte on Day 1? Nicholls instead focused on witness testimonies that, according to the prosecution, show Duterte created the Davao Death Squad. Screengrab from the International Criminal Court's livestream The prosecution's witness, a former Davao Death Squad member, recounted memories of Duterte during his initiation. I have a death squad, a death squad, but not the police." Screengrab from the International Criminal Court's livestream Duterte watched recorded CCTV footage of the three men who killed alleged thieves.

Source: Philippine Star February 24, 2026 11:05 UTC