8 years ago
Alleged Duterte hitman denied protection after testimony
The man who publicly accused Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte of running a hit squad and personally killing people won't be given state protection. Senate President Koko Pimentel announced on his verified Facebook page that Edgar Matobato won't be put in protective custody because his life has not been threatened. "I've denied the request for protective custody of the witness (Edgar) Matobato because there is no Senate rule to justify it," he said. "There's even no showing that his life or safety is threatened."
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