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Sen. Aquino eyes heavier penalty for crimes vs media men

Posted on January 13, 2015

MANILA, Jan. 13 (PNA) – Sen. Paolo Benigno ‘Bam’ Aquino IV said on Tuesday he will push for legislation seeking heavier penalty for crimes against journalists.

Aquino made this statement as he condemned the killing of a tabloid reporter in Bataan and joined the world in denouncing the massacre of 12 people, including 10 journalists, in Paris, France.

“We strongly condemn the rash of violence against media, both here and abroad. These senseless killings have no place in a civilized and humane society and must be stopped,” said Aquino.

Aquino was referring to the murder of 10 journalists working for Charlie Hebdo, a French satirical weekly newspaper, and two police officers in Paris recently.

The two perpetrators behind the murder were killed after a standoff while a third suspect surrendered to authorities.

Last week, Abante tabloid reporter Nerlita “Nerlie” Ledesma was killed by riding-in-tandem gunmen in Bataan.

Authorities have arrested a gun-for-hire suspect and are currently determining the motive behind Ledesma’s killing.

“We must ensure that the perpetrator and the brains behind the killing of Ledesma will be punished for their crime,” the senator said.

“Journalists will continue to suffer if we will not show resolve in putting an end to this impunity immediately,” he added.

Aquino also urged the creation of a special court that will hear only crimes against journalists to fast-track the resolution of the case and the dispensation of justice. (PNA)

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