Tag: Benjamin Lanto

Justice Secretary Guevarra suspends 3 prosecutors over release of suspects in smuggling of P3 million worth of jewelry at NAIA

(Eagle News)–Justice Secretary Menardo Guevarra has ordered the suspension of three Pasay prosecutors for the release of suspects in the alleged smuggling of P3 million worth of jewelry at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Apart from the 60-day suspension, charges for gross neglect of duty, gross incompetence and inefficiency could be filed against Pasay Prosecutors Office officer in charge  Benjamin Lanto, Inquest Prosecutor Clementine Villanueva, and Assistant Prosecutor Florencio dela Cruz. Deputy city prosecutor Dolores […]