Fri Sep 06 22:04:51 UTC 2024: – Interior Secretary Benhur Abalos Jr. had to explain a photo taken with fugitive Alice Guo and PNP chief Gen. Rommel Marbil in Jakarta
– Government’s announcement of Guo’s arrest overshadowed by criticism over how she was treated by Philippine officials
– Photos and videos showed Guo in a friendly and casual setting with Filipino agents
– Department of Justice issued a show-cause order to NBI agents in the photos
– Some lawmakers criticized the officials for their conduct, calling it unprofessional and inappropriate
– President Marcos downplayed the incident, mentioning the culture of taking selfies
– Senators expressed disapproval of the officials’ behavior, saying it was not appropriate for law enforcers to treat a fugitive like a celebrity
– Rep. Jonathan Keith Flores called for an explanation from Filipino officials on their behavior and treatment of the fugitive

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