Death of Bree Jonson
Justice Secretary Menardo Guevarra says the NBI investigation on the death of artist Bree Jonson has been stalled.
"Our agents have a pending application for search warrant to secure forensic evidence (the judge is on extended leave). They are also waiting for the PNP response to their requests for clarification on the PNP’s DNA report," says Guevarra. — The STAR/Robertzon Ramirez
State prosecutors resolve to indict Julian Ongpin, the last known companion of the late artist Bree Jonson, for possession of dangerous drugs under the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002.
In a case briefer sent by Justice Undersecretary Emmeline Aglipay-Villar to reporters, the offense is non-bailable.
"The criminal information against Mr. Ongpin will be filed at the Regional Trial Court, San Fernando City, La Union," the cases briefer reads.
Julian Ongpin tells police he forced his way into the bathroom where he found artist Bree Jonson unconscious.
According to a report from ABS-CBN News, Ongpin claims that he broke through the bathroom door, where Jonson supposedly locked herself in.
Security footage released by the police shows Ongpin appeared to have an altercation with Jonson.
The Philippine National says artist Bree Jonson tested positive for drug use based on the result of the test conducted by forensics experts.
Follow this page for development on the death of Filipino artist Bree Jonson. Photo lifted from Bree Jonson's Instagram account.
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