Families of drug war victims expressed hope and relief following the arrest of former president Rodrigo Duterte on an International Criminal Court (ICC) warrant for crimes against humanity.
Llore Pasco, whose two sons were killed in a 2017 police operation, said justice is finally within reach after years of impunity. .
Randy delos Santos, uncle of slain teen Kian delos Santos, noted that Duterte now has the due process his victims never received.
Advocacy group Rise for Life and for Rights called the arrest a significant step toward accountability for thousands of extrajudicial killings.
Many victims’ families vowed to continue seeking justice for their loved ones, emphasizing the stark contrast between Duterte’s legal rights and the fate of those killed in his drug war.
Source: PhilNews24 | March 12, 2025
