Absolved?*&!#^
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| Jonathan De la Cruz |
This was how Malacañang apportioned blame and liability over the tragic Luneta hostage taking last Aug. 23 after a review of the investigating panel’s report and findings of fact:
Former Western Police District (Manila Police) head, C/S Rodolfo Magtibay — for gross incompetence and serious neglect of duty.
NCRPO head Director Leocadio Santiago — for less grave neglect of duty.
Supt. Orlando Yebra (chief negotiator) — for neglect of duty.
Chief Insp. Santiago Pascual III (SWAT Team head) — for gross incompetence.
All of these officers who were considered leaders of the ground forces were charged under Section 2, Rule 21, of the PNP Uniform Rules.
On the other hand, the Palace directed the Department of Justice (DoJ) to investigate Manila Mayor Alfredo Lim and Deputy Ombudsman Emilio Gonzales III for any administrative liability such as “misconduct in office and simple neglect.” The case of Gonzales’ boss, Ombudsman Merceditas Gutierrez, who is an impeachable official was referred to the House of Representatives for possible action.... MORE
Source: The Daily Tribune
URL: http://www.tribuneonline.org/commentary/20101013com4.html
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