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Philippines

Radio commentator threatened on Facebook

The message posted on Jose Allan Bartolo's account read, "Son of a bitch! You better watch your back. I can easily have you killed."

Philippines

Another Mindanao radio anchor receives threat over mining stories

Lito Labra has been receiving death threats since he started discussing illegal mining and logging issues on his radio program in early 2012.

Philippines

Radio commentator in Mindanao receives death threat

This is the first threat Michael James Licuanan has received since an attempt on his life in November 2011.

Philippines

Sometime weather reporter killed

Two unidentified gunmen on a motorcycle shot dead Rommel Palma, a radio station employee who also did weather and other reports.

Philippines

Radio broadcaster shot dead in Davao Oriental

Nelson Libaton and his companion, reporter Eldon Cruz, were on their way home from an interview when a man riding on a motorcycle with two other unidentified men shot him in the back.

Philippines

Columnist killed in Laguna province

Police have yet to identify suspects in the killing of columnist Michael Calanasan in San Pablo City, Laguna.

Philippines

Columnist, editor post bail re libel case

The libel complaint was in response to an article by Manuel "Boy" Mejorada which accused the Iloilo City mayor of misusing some funds.

Philippines

Accused gunman has ordered broadcaster's widow, two others killed, says radio exec

The former police inspector reportedly wants to stop station manager Alex Josol, Gloria Cuesta and a Department of Justice employee from campaigning for justice for broadcaster Dennis Cuesta's death.

Philippines

On Philippines' canvas of injustice, anything goes

Ten months after Romeo Olea's murder, police authorities who initially said the killing was likely related to his journalism have failed to make any arrests or identify any suspects.

Philippines

Radio blocktimer killed in ambush

Some news reports indicate that Aldio Layao's radio commentaries may have triggered the attack but police have yet to establish the motive.

Philippines

Town mayor sues broadcaster for libel

The complaint was based on Rogelio Sending Jr.'s commentary on an anti-mining rally.

Philippines

Police try to arrest editor out on bail

Guindulman Mayor Piezas filed two separate libel complaints against editor Alfredo Amora in 2011 for allegedly libelous statements in his columns.

Philippines

CPJ draws attention to two unsolved murders

The investigation into the murder of journalist Marlene Garcia-Esperat is seven years old, while the hunt for conspirators in the 2011 killing of radio journalist Gerardo Ortega is just starting.

Philippines

Arrest warrants issued against former Palawan governor, two other politicians in connection with broadcaster's murder

A court ordered the arrest of the alleged mastermind and accomplices in the killing of broadcaster Gerardo Ortega but has yet to issue warrants against two men who allegedly helped plan the murder.

Philippines

Poet, journalist and activist remains detained without trial

Ericson Acosta, who was reportedly arrested while conducting research on human rights and environmental issues, has been held without trial since February 2011.

Philippines

Ex-official accused in journalist's murder

The Department of Justice has reviewed evidence in the 2011 murder of journalist Gerardo Ortega and recommended that murder charges be filed against ex-governor Joel Reyes in the local courts.

Philippines

Boxer-politician, former anti-smuggling official sue journalist for libel

The libel suits against journalist Edwin Espejo are based on his February 2012 story, describing how the former official allegedly evaded arrest through the help of a congressman.

Philippines

Journalist critically injured in shooting

CPJ called on authorities to apprehend the criminals responsible for the attack on Fernan Angeles and determine their motive.

Philippines

Radio journalist shot, wounded

Fernando Gabio, who was known for his sharp commentaries on election candidates, had reportedly received death threats from anonymous callers before the attack.

Philippines

TV news crew allegedly threatened by village councillor

According to GMA News correspondent Nef Luczon, the Tuburan village councillor threatened to "behead" him and two cameramen after he inquired about the effects of mining on the area and the Iponan River.

Philippines

Publisher threatened after condemning colleague's murder

Ronald Allan Mascardo, publisher of "Dadiangas Balita" newspaper, received a threatening text message after the called for the killers of fellow publisher Chris Guarin to be arrested.

Philippines

Arson attack on radio station; journalist gets death threat

Just five days after the killing of a publisher in General Santos City, unidentified men tried to burn down a university-run radio station in Kabacan town, North Cotabato.

Philippines

Journalists, media workers harassed in Manila demolition

Members of the media group Tudla Productions reported that some police officers tried to stop them from taking video footage and photographs of a clash between the city demolition team and residents of a settlement in Corazon de Jesus village, San Juan City.

Philippines

Tragic start to 2012 as media worker is murdered

Christopher Guarin's wife claimed that her husband had received several death threats in the days leading up to the murder.

Philippines

Broadcaster wounded in ambush

James Michael Licuanan, a reporter and anchor at Bombo Radyo Cagayan de Oro, was injured after two men shot on a motorcycle shot him while he was on his way home from work.

Philippines

Newspaper executive shot dead by motorcycle gunman

An unidentified gunman shot Alfredo "Dodong" Velarde Jr., the circulation manager for "Brigada News", in front of the newspaper's office in General Santos City.

Philippines

Appeal for key suspect in Ampatuan massacre trials rejected

Zaldy Ampatuan sought to be removed from the list of suspects in exchange for testimony against his father, Andal Ampatuan Sr, and brother Andal Ampatuan Jr.

Philippines

Arson attack on church-owned radio station

Much of the equipment belonging to Catholic Media Nework station dzVT was destroyed in the blaze, and damages are estimated at approximately US$230,000.

Philippines

Reporter alleges harassment by former anti-drugs chief

Rey Pasaporte reportedly received threats over a report about the former director's alleged involvement in the release of a suspected drug lord.

Philippines

Broadcaster shot dead

Datu Roy Bagtikan Gallego, who often criticised mining operations and spoke in defence of tribal rights, was shot dead in an ambush on a highway.

Philippines

Newspaper editor gunned down

Johnson Pascual, editor-in-chief of "Prime News" newspaper, was driving in his van when he was shot twice by two men on a motorcycle.

Philippines

Broadcaster's daughter abducted

Journalist Louie Larroza of dyEC radio said his daughter's abduction may have been a warning to stop his broadcasts on corruption and other illegal activities in the province.

Philippines

Appellate court denies petition of alleged masterminds in Esperat case

For the media community, the decision represents a battle won in the war against the culture of impunity that has encouraged the continued killing of journalists.

Philippines

Justice department creates new panel to reinvestigate murder of Palawan-based broadcaster

A panel previously created by the justice department dismissed the case against the alleged masterminds behind the murder of Gerardo Ortega.

Philippines

Radio commentator fatally shot

CPJ is investigating the killing of Niel Jimena to determine whether it was work-related.

Philippines

IFJ demands safety guarantee at Ampatuan massacre trials

The IFJ and its affiliate have expressed concern about alleged threats against an interpreter and lawyer who were assisting in the trial hearings.

Philippines

Mindanao broadcaster receives death threats

Ronnie Waniwan said he is unsure who is sending the threats, but he believes they are connected to local political issues he has discussed on his radio programmes.

Philippines

"Special court" designated to handle Ampatuan massacre case

The Supreme Court granted a petition asking for the designation of "a special court which should have no duties other than the trial of the Maguindanao massacre."

Philippines

Kidapawan radio commentator threatened

Abner Francisco received a threat relating to his commentary on the arrest of a murder suspect.

Philippines

Broadcaster receives threatening messages while on air

Erin Lumosbog said the texter questioned his motive for criticising a Santa Cruz police officer.

Philippines

High Court grants request for transfer of venue for trial in broadcaster's murder

The trial of the alleged gunman in the 2010 killing of Desiderio Camangyan has been transfered from Mati City, Davao Oriental, where the alleged gunman might have political connections, to Davao City.

Philippines

Supreme Court allows live coverage of Ampatuan massacre trial

Court Administrator Marquez said it was the first time the Supreme Court had granted a media request for live coverage of a court trial.

Philippines

Murder complaint against two former governors, four others dismissed

A panel of public prosecutors found probable cause to file murder charges against the person who allegedly hired the gunman and his accomplices in the killing of broadcaster Gerardo "Gerry" Ortega.

Philippines

Broadcaster claims governor attacked him

Jerome Tabanganay plans to file charges against the governor of Kalinga province for allegedly attacking and threatening to kill him.

Philippines

Radio commentator killed in Camarines Sur

Romeo Olea often discussed issues relating to the governance of Iriga City on the commentary and news editorial programme he anchored.

Philippines

Cotabato City-based reporter threatened with death

In an interview, Vern Simon told CMFR that while he believes the threat may be due to his work as a journalist, he could not think of any specific reason for which he might be targeted.

Philippines

IFJ welcomes arraignment of key Ampatuan massacre suspects

The IFJ remains concerned, however, that another 21 suspects have yet to be arraigned, including five other members of the Ampatuan clan, who are accused of plotting the massacre.

Philippines

IFJ rejects dismissal of journalists' complaint

In addition to dismissing the journalists' complaint, the prosecutors also questioned the legitimacy of the four men's status as media workers, calling them "guns for hire".

Philippines

Authorities must investigate bombing of radio station, says IFJ

Jerome Tabanganay, a local announcer who hosts the program Agenda on dzRK, believes the station's reporting on an illegal lottery game known as "jueteng" may be the motivation for the attack.

Philippines

Radio anchor threatened over commentaries

Jun Albino received the first threat after commenting on the alleged smuggling activities of one Lynard Allan Bigcas.

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