MANILA, Philippines — A former police officer who was dismissed from service was arrested in connection with a sedition case after criticizing the government for arresting former President Rodrigo Duterte.
The former police patrolman and vlogger was arrested by his peers under a warrant of arrest from the Quezon City Regional Trial Court Branch 224, in relation to an inciting to sedition case under the Cybercrime Prevention Act, with a recommended bail of P36,000.00.
The case is related to statements made on Facebook while he was still wearing the uniform of the Philippine National Police on March 12 and 13, 2025, which went viral.
He initially condemned the arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte, who is facing charges of crimes against humanity at the International Criminal Court (ICC).
In his video, he also encouraged his fellow officers to voice their grievances in the comments and not to succumb to orders that should not be followed, and to convey complaints to higher authorities.
He openly criticized the leadership and officials of the PNP and the President, stating that the arrest of Duterte was illegal, which he would not comply with.
He even challenged that
About: Quezon City Regional Trial Court Branch 224
The Quezon City Regional Trial Court Branch 224 is a significant judicial branch located in Quezon City, Philippines. Established as part of the Philippine judicial system, it handles various regional cases, including criminal and civil matters. This court gained notable attention for its involvement in high-profile cases, such as the Maguindanao massacre trial, which was a landmark case in the country’s pursuit of justice against political violence and electoral fraud.
About: Philippine National Police
The Philippine National Police (PNP) is the national police force of the Philippines, established in its current form by the Philippine Congress through the enactment of Republic Act 6975 in 1991. The organization is tasked with enforcing the law, preventing and controlling crimes, maintaining peace and order, and ensuring public safety and internal security with the active support of the community. Its formation represented the integration of all police and military branches under a unified command structure, aimed at streamlining law enforcement efforts throughout the country.
About: International Criminal Court
The International Criminal Court (ICC) is an intergovernmental organization and international tribunal located in The Hague, Netherlands. Established in 2002, following the adoption of the Rome Statute in 1998, the ICC is the first permanent international court tasked with prosecuting individuals for genocide, war crimes, crimes against humanity, and the crime of aggression. It aims to promote justice on an international level and ensure accountability for egregious offenses where national courts are unwilling or unable to prosecute.
