Now that the alleged masterminds had been named and complaints were filed against them, the preliminary investigation into the death of broadcaster Percival “Percy Lapid” Mabasa was opened on Wednesday, November 23.
A preliminary probe is among the initial part of the proceedings where prosecutors will determine if there is enough evidence to pursue the complaints.
Top officials of the police and representatives of the National Bureau of Investigation attended the hearing.did not appear before the prosecutors. Bantag’s lawyer attended on his behalf, while Zulueta remains in hiding.
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