Luistro: ‘More inclined’ not to call Lachica as witness in Duterte trial

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MANILA, Philippines — Lead prosecutor Gerville Luistro said Tuesday she was “more inclined” not to call Col. Raymund Lachica, the former head of Vice President Sara Duterte’s security detail, as a witness in her impeachment trial, although the prosecution has yet to make a decision.

Luistro made the pronouncement as the 18th day of Duterte’s impeachment trial ended, with the prosecution yet to decide whether to call Lachica to the witness stand.

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Luistro: ‘More inclined’ not to call Lachica as witness in Duterte trial

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