16/09/2026
Robin Padilla Subpoenaed Over Obstruction of Justice Complaint
Sen. Robinhood Padilla has been summoned by the National Prosecution Service to answer an obstruction of justice complaint filed by the Philippine National Police. The complaint concerns allegations that Padilla helped Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa leave the Senate compound in May. Padilla has acknowledged that dela Rosa rode in his vehicle but denied helping him escape. He is required to submit his counter-affidavit and supporting documents on September 25 and October 9 as the complaint undergoes preliminary investigation.
Robin Padilla, Bato dela Rosa, Department of Justice, obstruction of justice, Senate