Retired SAF chief’s lawyer asks Ombudsman: Why exempt Aquino?

The legal counsel of retired 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. | GabrielLaluINQ

MANILA, Philippines – The legal counsel of retired Special Action Force 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.Earlier, Martires said Aquino cannot be charged for usurpation because as chief executive, he has authority over all police officers and officials — including Napeñas and sacked Philippine National Police Chief General Alan Purisima.

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