Philippines launches nationwide manhunt for senator wanted by ICC
A nationwide search has been launched in the Philippines for Senator Ronald dela Rosa, who escaped from the Senate last week amid gunfire during an attempt to arrest him. This arrest is connected to homicides linked to the nation’s drug war, currently under scrutiny by the International Criminal Court (ICC). Dela Rosa faces charges from the ICC due to his involvement in the anti-drug operations during the administration of former President Rodrigo Duterte. This event signifies a notable intensification in the government's actions regarding cases associated with the ICC.
Key facts
- Senator Ronald dela Rosa fled the Philippine Senate last week.
- Gunfire erupted during an arrest attempt.
- The arrest attempt is tied to drug war killings.
- The ICC is investigating the drug war killings.
- Dela Rosa is wanted by the ICC.
- The Philippines launched a nationwide manhunt.
- The drug war was under former President Rodrigo Duterte.
Entities
Institutions
- Philippine Senate
- International Criminal Court
Locations
- Philippines
Sources
- Quartz —