A Philippine court has issued an arrest warrant against Vice President Sara Duterte over charges that she publicly threatened to have the president and two others assassinated. The Quezon City Regional Trial Court ordered the arrest on Friday, according to lawyer Paul Lawrence. The case stems from a grave threats charge filed by the National Bureau of Investigation.
The warrant was issued as part of an ongoing criminal case against Duterte, which is separate from her impeachment proceedings, said House of Representatives prosecutor Terry Ridon. He emphasized that the prosecution panel will continue its efforts regardless of the impeachment process.
Duterte’s legal team has not yet commented on the warrant, but the move marks a significant escalation in the legal challenges facing the vice president. The case highlights the complex legal landscape surrounding high-profile political figures in the Philippines.
The arrest order comes amid heightened scrutiny of Duterte’s public statements, which have drawn criticism from legal experts and opposition leaders. The situation remains under active investigation as authorities proceed with the legal process.
