LAPU-LAPU CITY, Philippines — Two more senators appeal to authorities to bring the assailants of Negros Governor Roel Degamo to the court of law and ensure that justice is served. Senators
Negros Oriental Governor Roel Degamo | Inquirer file photo
Senators Sherwin “Win” Gatchalian and Christopher Lawrence “Bong” Go also condemned the killing of Degamo and expressed their condolences to the families of the victims. “Any form of violence and intimidation have no place in a civilized and democratic society like ours and their senseless killing is a crime against all who believe in upholding the rule of law,” Gatchalian said.
Meanwhile, Senator Bong Go described Degamo as a loyal ally during the Duterte administration and a reliable partner in public service.
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