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What was the reported condition of Sherlyn Cadapan at the time of her abduction?
What was the reported condition of Sherlyn Cadapan at the time of her abduction?
Which of the following individuals is NOT a suspect in the abduction of Sherlyn Cadapan and Karen Empeño?
Which of the following individuals is NOT a suspect in the abduction of Sherlyn Cadapan and Karen Empeño?
Where were the victims conducting field research at the time of their abduction?
Where were the victims conducting field research at the time of their abduction?
What was the license plate number of the vehicle used in the abduction?
What was the license plate number of the vehicle used in the abduction?
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Who filed a habeas corpus petition to determine if the victims were being unlawfully detained?
Who filed a habeas corpus petition to determine if the victims were being unlawfully detained?
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What was the court's decision on the habeas corpus petition on March 29, 2007?
What was the court's decision on the habeas corpus petition on March 29, 2007?
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What was the next action taken by the families of the victims after the dismissal of the habeas corpus petition?
What was the next action taken by the families of the victims after the dismissal of the habeas corpus petition?
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Who claimed to have investigated the case and found no issues?
Who claimed to have investigated the case and found no issues?
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Who was the key witness in the court decision on September 17, 2008?
Who was the key witness in the court decision on September 17, 2008?
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What was the outcome of the court decision on March 5, 2009?
What was the outcome of the court decision on March 5, 2009?
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What was the result of the petition for certiorari filed by the families on March 30, 2009?
What was the result of the petition for certiorari filed by the families on March 30, 2009?
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Who was arrested in Manila by the Philippine National Police on August 2014?
Who was arrested in Manila by the Philippine National Police on August 2014?
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What was the outcome of the court decision on September 17, 2018?
What was the outcome of the court decision on September 17, 2018?
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What was the reason for denying the contempt motion on March 5, 2009?
What was the reason for denying the contempt motion on March 5, 2009?
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Who was Avelino Razon?
Who was Avelino Razon?
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What happened to General Palparan and other suspects after the arrest warrants were issued in December 2011?
What happened to General Palparan and other suspects after the arrest warrants were issued in December 2011?
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Study Notes
Key Suspects
- General Jovito Palparan is the prime suspect, responsible for numerous human rights violations, including the abduction of Sherlyn Cadapan and Karen Empeño.
- Sergeant Edgario Osario was involved in the abduction and detention.
- Lieutenant-Colonel Felipe Anotado is alleged to be part of the operation.
- Sergeant Rizal Hilario is also implicated in the abduction.
Abduction and Detention
- Sherlyn Cadapan (29 years old, 2 months pregnant) and Karen Empeño (23 years old) were abducted on June 26, 2006, at 2:00 am from the house of Wilfredo Ramos in Hagonoy, Bulacan.
- They were conducting field research on farmers' situations at the time.
- The vehicle used was identified as a military vehicle of the 56th Infantry Battalion of the Philippine Army.
Witness Testimonies
- Wilfredo Ramos observed the victims being taken away, tied, and blindfolded.
- Alberto Ramirez reported seeing individuals resembling the victims.
- Oscar Leuterio saw people resembling the victims during his own 5-month detention at Fort Magsaysay in Nueva Ecija.
Court Proceedings
- July 17, 2006: Erlinda Cadapan and Concepcion Empeño filed a habeas corpus petition to determine if the victims were being unlawfully detained.
- July 19, 2006: The Supreme Court instructed the Court of Appeals to review the case.
- July 21, 2006: The Court of Appeals recorded the case.
- March 29, 2007: The Court of Appeals dismissed the habeas corpus petition and directed the case to other agencies for investigation.
Writ of Amparo Petition
- October 24, 2007: The families filed a writ of amparo petition, requesting inspections of locations and adding more officials as respondents.
- October 25, 2007: The Court issued the writ of amparo and combined it with the earlier habeas corpus petition.
Respondents' Statements
- General Hermogenes Esperon Jr. claimed to have investigated the case.
- Lt. Col. Felipe Anotado denied involvement and claimed no issues were found.
- Police Director Gen. Avelino Razon reported efforts to investigate.
Court Decisions
- September 17, 2008: The Court ordered the immediate release of Sherlyn, Karen, and Manuel.
- Finds Raymond Manalo’s testimony credible and orders further investigation.
- March 5, 2009: The Court denied a motion to hold officials in contempt for not complying with the release order.
- September 9, 2009: The Court ruled that appellate court directives are immediately executory to protect rights.
Arrest and Sentencing
- December 2011: Arrest warrants were issued against General Jovito Palparan and other suspects.
- August 2014: General Jovito Palparan was arrested in Manila by the Philippine National Police.
- September 17, 2018: General Palparan was sentenced to 40 years in prison for the kidnapping and unlawful detention of Sherlyn Cadapan and Karen Empeño.
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