Prosecutors seek reconsideration of De Lima’s acquittal in second drug case

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Prosecutors have asked the Muntinlupa Regional Trial Court to reconsider its May 12 decision acquitting detained former Senator Leila de Lima in her second drug case. | T2TupasINQ

They added that there are other pieces of evidence to prove all the elements of the crime charged, including the role played by de Lima in the illegal drug trading inside the NBP, including the testimony of Jovencio Ablen Jr.that he accompanied Ragos in delivering the drug money to de Lima’s residence.

In its ruling, the Muntinlupa Court said recantation is viewed with suspicion and reservation because oftentimes, witnesses can be intimidated to withdraw their previous testimonies. As in this case, without Ragos, there is no “crucial link,” according to the court, that would establish the fact that de Lima conspired with inmates in its illegal drug trade.In a statement, de Lima’s defense team said they would file a motion to expunge the appeal.

 

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