Arnie Teves camp seeks continued NBI detention
In a 5-page urgent motion dated June 3, Teves asked the courts for him to be detained under the custody of the NBI at Building 14.
His camp expressed concern over his safety as he is charged with allegedly masterminding the death of the late Negros Oriental Governor Roel Degamo and 10 others in March 2023.
'While accused maintains his innocence for the said crimes, it is not far-fetched that the relatives and/or sympathizers of these many victims, who for some reasons may be already convinced of his guilt even before trial, are out there to seek vengeance, albeit misplaced, and are ready to take the law into their hands to harm him,' it read.
Teves' camp also cited the Certificate of Handover signed by the Timor-Leste and Philippine government prior to the deportation.
The certificate stated that Teves will be detained in 'internationally compliant facilities, with access to legal counsel/medical care and any other rights given.'
'An inspection by the legal counsels of accused herein reveals that Building 14 is indeed a secure facility that is compliant with the internationally-accepted requisites of a detention facility, especially when it comes to the safety and security of the accused,' it read.
'In addition, the said detention building is not overcrowded and small in area; the population is easy to manage and monitor,' it added.
Last week, a Manila court has ordered Teves' transfer from the NBI's detention facility to the Manila City Jail. However, NBI Director Jaime Santiago halted the transfer as other courts may decide to convict him elsewhere.
Aside from the Degamo case, Teves and several others have also been charged with the alleged killings of three individuals in Negros Oriental in 2019.
He and 12 others have also been designated as terrorists by the Anti-Terrorism Council, citing several alleged killings and harassment in Negros Oriental.
He was expelled by the House of Representatives in August last year for disorderly conduct and continued absence. — RSJ, GMA Integrated News
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
GMA Network
4 hours ago
- GMA Network
NBI arrests 2 over sale of unregistered subdivision project
Authorities have arrested two individuals in Naic, Cavite over the alleged sale of an unregistered subdivision project, the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) said Thursday. According to the NBI, agents arrested the subjects during an entrapment operation on August 6 and recovered the marked money, a realty receipt, lot plan, a masterlist of buyers, and a lot distribution map. The victims said they were deceived that the subdivision project being offered by the subjects through a real estate agency was registered and had a license to sell. However, the NBI said that verification with the Department of Human Settlement and Urban Development showed that this was not the case. It said the DHSUD also previously issued a cease and desist order against the real estate agency The arrested individuals were presented for inquest for violation of Sections 4 and 5 in relation to Section 39 of Presidential Decree No. 957, and Swindling/Estafa under Article 315(2) (a) of the Revised Penal Code. —Joahna Lei Casilao/LDF, GMA Integrated News
GMA Network
8 hours ago
- GMA Network
3 Chinese arrested for kidnapping, serious illegal detention — NBI
The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) on Thursday announced the arrest of three Chinese for kidnapping and serious illegal detention in Parañaque City. According to the NBI, a complainant filed a complaint that his friend was being unlawfully detained and coerced into working by the three foreigners. The victim was also being threatened with death if he tried to escape. Following this, agents conducted a rescue operation on August 8, leading to the arrest of the three subjects. They also recovered the handcuff used on the victim. Aside from this, authorities discovered live computers. However, initial inspection showed that there was no indication of crypto currency-related or investment scam activities. The NBI said it will apply for a warrant to search and examine computer data in order to subject the computers to digital forensics. Meanwhile, the arrested Chinese nationals are under custody of the NBI Cybercrime Division. — Joahna Lei Casilao/RSJ, GMA Integrated News
GMA Network
a day ago
- GMA Network
8 alleged Chinese POGO workers nabbed in Davao City
Authorities arrested eight Chinese allegedly involved in illegal Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGO) activities in Davao City after receiving complaints from residents. According to a 'Saksi' report on Wednesday, residents said they hear shouting and loud arguments from the establishment during early mornings. Authorities confiscated computers and cellphones used in online gambling. The suspects were charged with violation of the Anti-Cybercrime Law. GMA Integrated News is reaching out to the suspects for comment. —Mariel Celine Serquiña/LDF, GMA Integrated News
