Interior Secretary Benhur Abalos has offered a P500,000 reward for any information that will lead to the arrest of those responsible for the murder of veteran broadcaster Percival Mabasa, also known as Percy Lapid. READ:
“I’m taking this on my own as a family friend. I’m offering P500,000 of my own money for any information that can help us,” he said.“It is good they are offering a reward because that will help to hasten the processes of investigation,” he said.
Mabasa was shot dead by two men on his way home in Barangay Talon Dos, Las Piñas City at about 8:30 p.m. Monday. Abalos said his agency and the Philippine National Police are committed to delivering justice to the family of the slain radio broadcaster. The United States on Wednesday joined other countries in calling on the government to arrest Mabasa’s killers.
This means journalists should be able to ”carry out their work without fear for their lives and safety.” Senate Minority Leader Aquilino Pimentel III said the prevailing culture of violence and impunity was a serious challenge to the Marcos administration. “Let’s put an end to this culture of impunity. The government should create a safe environment for journalists and the rest of our citizens,” he added.
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