Bill seeking drug killings probe filed

Senator Leila De Lima on Thursday filed a resolution directing the Senate committee on justice and human rights to investigate, in aid of legislation, the rampant killings and summary executions of suspected criminals.

In filing Senate Resolution No. 9, De Lima maintained that the Senate inquiry aims to strengthen the mechanisms of accountability of law enforcers and institute corrective legislative measures to ensure respect for basic human rights, especially the right to life.