On Monday, singer-songwriter Janno Gibbs publicly criticized the police and demanded a formal apology, citing alleged mishandling of the investigation into the death of his father, veteran actor Ronaldo Valdez, late last year.

During the press interview represented by his lawyer, Lorna Kapunan, Gibbs emphasized the need for accountability regarding the unauthorized release of a video featuring the deceased actor’s body.

Kapunan asserted, “During the investigation, there should be no leaks to protect the family’s privacy and confidential data. The mishandling of the case was evident, adding to the family’s shock on the same day as Valdez’s demise.”

Addressing the issue of apologies, Kapunan expanded, “If the question is who should apologize, it shouldn’t be limited to the investigating officers alone. Since three names are mentioned in the report, their superiors should also apologize. Under the doctrine of command responsibility, they share equal liability for the dissemination of the video, and their apology should be equally prominent.”

Watch video of Police Officer publicly apologize to Janno Gibbs family.

She stressed that the apology must be public, widespread, and sincere. The Quezon City Police District (QCPD) announced that five officers involved in the case would face administrative charges, including neglect of duty, grave irregularity in the performance of duty, grave misconduct related to data privacy and cybercrime laws, conduct unbecoming of a police officer, and grave misconduct in connection to obstruction of justice, with dismissal from service as the maximum penalty.

Additionally, three officers are facing neglect of duty charges under the doctrine of command responsibility.

Ronaldo Valdez passed away on December 17 in Quezon City.