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Padilla defends Dela Rosa exit in Senate shooting incident

Javier Joe Ismael

20/05/2026 03:55:00

Sen. Robinhood Padilla defended Ronald dela Rosa's exit during a Senate shooting incident, citing safety concerns amid confusion and tension.
Padilla stressed that dela Rosa's actions were not about avoiding responsibility but a response to a perceived threat during the disturbance.
The incident revealed significant lapses in coordination between Senate security and law enforcement, prompting an investigation by the PNP-CIDG.

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