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### Former Philippine President Confirms Existence of “Death Squad”
MANILA – Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has confirmed the existence of a “death squad” that operated under his watch when he was the mayor of Davao City. He provided conflicting accounts of its composition and leadership, sparking widespread attention and debate.
### Conflicting Accounts on “Death Squad” Composition
Duterte initially claimed that the “death squad” was run by police officers, but later stated that it consisted of gangsters. These conflicting statements have added to the ambiguity surrounding the operation of the squad.
### Senators Gather Duterte’s Testimony at Inquiry
At a recent Senate inquiry, Duterte identified the “commanders” of the death squad, including former national police chief and current senator, Ronaldo dela Rosa. Duterte admitted that approximately 1,400 suspicious killings occurred in Davao during his 22 years as mayor.
### Duterte’s Admission on Death Squad Operations
When probed by senators, Duterte stated that during his time as Davao mayor, he had never ordered the death squad to kill defenseless suspects. However, he admitted that he advised the squad to encourage criminal resistance, leading to forceful retaliations and subsequent deaths to solve his city’s problems.
### Human Rights Concerns and Resolutions
The operation of the death squad has drawn criticism from human rights organizations and international bodies. It is reported that more than 6,200 people were killed in police operations during Duterte’s anti-drug campaign, which is currently being investigated by the International Criminal Court (ICC).
### Police Rebuttals vs Criticism
The Philippine National Police has rejected allegations that the deaths were executions, insisting that drug suspects typically resisted arrest violently, and that authorities acted in self-defense.
### His Call-to-Action: Investigative Journalism and Transparency
Every institution is subject to scrutiny, especially concerning human rights violations and suspicious deaths. If you have information or concerns about these alleged activities, we encourage you to reach out to our news desk. Stay tuned for our next investigative update as more information comes to light.
