The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) is nearing the conclusion of its investigation into the July 2020 assassination of retired police general Wesley Barayuga. The agency anticipates filing criminal charges against the suspects within the next three weeks, pending the finalization of forensic analysis on electronic devices surrendered by Barayuga’s wife. The case gained prominence after testimony from Police Lt. Col. Santi Mendoza implicated two former police colonels, Royina Garma and Edilberto Leonardo, who were reportedly close to then-President Rodrigo Duterte.
The National Bureau of Investigation ( NBI ) has pledged to file criminal charges next month against those involved in the July 2020 assassination of retired police general and Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) board secretary Wesley Barayuga .
During the 14th meeting of the House Quadruple Committee (QuadCom) on Tuesday, NBI Deputy Director Ferdinand Lavin disclosed that the agency is in the final stages of its investigation and awaiting forensic examination results from electronic devices surrendered by Barayuga’s wife. Lavin stated, “For the NBI we are already wrapping up, or we are concluding the investigation on the Barayuga murder, and in about three weeks time we shall be filing our cases against those involved.” This statement came in response to inquiries from Antipolo City Rep. Romeo Acop, the QuadCom’s senior vice chairman. Lavin explained that Barayuga’s wife handed over the devices to NBI Agent Arnold Diaz in Iloilo, who obtained warrants for their examination. The forensic results are anticipated within two to three weeks.Acop sought clarification, asking, “In three weeks’ time, cases will be filed. Did I understand your answer correctly?” Lavin confirmed this timeline. The House QuadCom had previously advanced the investigation into Barayuga’s killing in September, following testimony from Police Lt. Col. Santi Mendoza. Mendoza implicated two former police colonels—Royina Garma and Edilberto Leonardo—both of whom had ties to then-President Rodrigo Duterte. Leonardo and Garma are among former police officers reportedly close to Duterte, who appointed the former as National Police Commission member and the latter as PCSO general manager after their retirement from police service. Mendoza testified that Leonardo had contacted him in October 2019 about “operating” on a high-value target allegedly connected to illegal drugs. This target was subsequently identified as Barayuga. Mendoza informed the committee that Leonardo’s request was allegedly initiated by then-PCSO General Manager Garma. Mendoza stated that the term “operate” was commonly understood during the Duterte administration to encompass extra-judicial killings.Following Leonardo’s directive, Mendoza recruited Nelson Mariano, an informant, to secure a hitman. Mariano, in turn, enlisted “Loloy” to carry out the murder for P300,000, which was paid by “Toks,” reportedly Garma’s personal aide. On the day of the ambush, Mendoza testified that Leonardo and Garma provided real-time information about Barayuga’s movements. Details such as the vehicle and license plate number were relayed, enabling the assassination near the PCSO office in Mandaluyong City on July 30, 2020. Garma, who was named in Mendoza’s affidavit, is currently in the United States. She was detained by US immigration officials at San Francisco airport on November 7 due to visa issues. Philippine authorities are monitoring her case and anticipate her deportation, but no updates have been issued regarding her status
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