Court finds Andal Ampatuan et al. guilty
The National Union of Journalists of the Philippines (NUJP) welcomed the decision as initial victory in the long quest for justice.
AMPATUAN MASSACRE
The Ampatuan Massacre, often referred to as Maguindanao Massacre by the corporate media, is the single deadliest event for journalists in recent history and the worst election-related violence. On November 23, 2009, armed men killed 58 individuals upon the order of the powerful Ampatuan clan. Thirty-two were journalists and media workers.
Bulatlat chronicled the families’ fight for justice until a partial victory was achieved on December 19, 2019. Scores of other suspects remain at large, and the factors that led to the gruesome tragedy remain.
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Kin of Ampatuan massacre victims seek UN help
Kin of Ampatuan massacre victims seek UN help
“In this [Ampatuan] case, our criminal justice system is not working. The much-needed reforms in our institutions never happened.” Harry Roque, lawyer for the families of 14 victims
Widows of Ampatuan massacre victims disappointed in Aquino’s speech
Widows of Ampatuan massacre victims disappointed in Aquino’s speech
“I am sad but also happy to know that many people continue to support our fight for justice.” – widow of Ampatuan massacre victim
On 3rd year of Ampatuan massacre, groups call for justice, dismantling of private armies
On 3rd year of Ampatuan massacre, groups call for justice, dismantling of private armies
Brad Adams, Asia director for the Human Rights Watch, said the Ampatuan massacre has “brought to light” the dangers posed by private armies, militias, and paramilitaries in the country “but the administration of President Benigno Aquino III has not seriously...
1,000 days after, long battle for justice for victims of Ampatuan massacre looms
1,000 days after, long battle for justice for victims of Ampatuan massacre looms
By RONALYN V. OLEA
“If the Massacre has made anything clear, it is the difficulty of obtaining justice through a judicial system hostage to technicalities and susceptible to the crafty manipulation of lawyers” – Center for Media Freedom and Responsibility
Gov’t urged to strengthen witness protection as another Ampatuan massacre witness killed
Gov’t urged to strengthen witness protection as another Ampatuan massacre witness killed
By RONALYN V. OLEA Bulatlat.com MANILA – Another witness in the massacre that claimed the lives of 57 individuals was recently found dead. Esmail Enog’s body, cut into pieces, was found in Mamasapano, Maguindanao two months after he had gone missing, according to...
Groups laud filing of case vs Arroyo for Ampatuan massacre
Groups laud filing of case vs Arroyo for Ampatuan massacre
By RONALYN V. OLEA Bulatlat.com Main Story: On 2nd anniversary of Ampatuan massacre: Aquino told to end impunity MANILA – “There are no Ampatuans if Arroyo did not coddle warlords and private armies.” This was the statement of Hustisya!, an organization of families...
Local, International Journalists’ Groups Warn Against Possible Release of Key Suspect in Ampatuan Massacre
Local, International Journalists’ Groups Warn Against Possible Release of Key Suspect in Ampatuan Massacre
By RONALYN V. OLEA Bulatlat.com MANILA – Media organizations here and abroad have raised alarm over the possibility that one of the suspects in the Ampatuan massacre would be released from detention. The gruesome Ampatuan massacre on Nov. 23, 2009 claimed the lives...
Justice Secretary, Journalists Agree that Ampatuan Massacre Trial Crucial in Addressing Impunity
Justice Secretary, Journalists Agree that Ampatuan Massacre Trial Crucial in Addressing Impunity
By RONALYN V. OLEA
“The case of the Ampatuan massacre is not just a matter of prosecuting individuals. It also requires the neutralization of the whole machinery of violence and brutality that is fueled by power, political influence and wealth.” Justice Secretary Leila de Lima
Community Radio Broadcasters Worldwide to Join Commemoration of Ampatuan Massacre
Community Radio Broadcasters Worldwide to Join Commemoration of Ampatuan Massacre
By RONALYN V. OLEA
In a resolution adopted by 390 delegates, the World Association of Community Radio Broadcasters condemned, in the strongest terms possible, the culture of impunity in the Philippines.
Even Behind Bars, Ampatuans Still Get What They Want
Even Behind Bars, Ampatuans Still Get What They Want
By JANESS ANN J. ELLAO Bulatlat.com MANILA - Ampatuans implicated in the massacre of 57 people - 32 of whom are journalists - may be behind bars, but it does not mean that they are powerless. On April 27 a warden of the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology warden...
Journalists Mark 5th Month of Ampatuan Massacre
Journalists Mark 5th Month of Ampatuan Massacre
By ANDREA ZARAH DAYAO and CRISTINA TUPAZ Bulatlat.com MANILA—Members of the Malacañang Press Corps, together with progressive and human rights groups, marked the fifth month of Ampatuan massacre that killed 57 people, including 38 media men. Wearing black shirts,...
Dropping of Charges Against Two Ampatuans Affirms Impunity
Dropping of Charges Against Two Ampatuans Affirms Impunity
By KRISTINE ABIGAIL LINGBAOAN and PAULINE GIDGET ESTELLA Bulatlat.com MANILA – Media groups, progressive organizations and relatives of the victims of Maguindanao massacre accused Justice Secretary Alberto Agra of arbitrarily dropping murder charges against two of...
‘Other Victims’ of Ampatuan Massacre Displaced, Suffer Neglect
‘Other Victims’ of Ampatuan Massacre Displaced, Suffer Neglect
By RAYMUND B. VILLANUEVA
Despite the deplorable conditions, the evacuees were unable to return to their homes because of the climate of fear that prevails to this day. Although heavily militarized, reports of the continued presence of the Ampatuan clan’s private army still persist.
Journalists, Activists Slam Restrictions on Media in Ampatuan Trial
Journalists, Activists Slam Restrictions on Media in Ampatuan Trial
By RONALYN V. OLEA
“While we respect the view that a trial by publicity can be detrimental to the accused, we fail to see how that can happen in this case. The Ampatuan case is extremely important for the public, the media and the relatives of the victims. The media and the public -- particularly those who live outside Metro Manila and who can only follow the proceedings through the media -- need to know exactly what is going on inside the courtroom."
Mangudadatu: ‘Ampatuans Made Business Out of Elections’
Mangudadatu: ‘Ampatuans Made Business Out of Elections’
By ALEXANDER MARTIN REMOLLINO
In this Q&A, Esmael Mangudadatu, vice mayor of Buluan town, Maguindanao, talks about the Ampatuan massacre and how the Ampatuans ruled the province. "They made business out of the votes. They extorted money out of the senatorial candidates who were campaigning in Maguindanao by selling votes to them," he said. He also wished that there would be no whitewash in the case against them.
‘Ampatuan Massacre Should Be Brought Before International Courts, Tribunals’
‘Ampatuan Massacre Should Be Brought Before International Courts, Tribunals’
By JANESS ANN J. ELLAO
The failure of investigators to secure the crime scene, the apparent contamination of forensic evidence, and the weak rebellion case filed against the perpetrators have led people to believe that there is a high probability that the Ampatuan clan would walk away with the murder of 57 people, even as the case has generated a strong international concern.
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