14/03/2023
Earlier today, March 14, 2023, the Supreme Court has acquitted Vhong Navarro in the r**e and lasciviousness cases filed against him by Deniece Cornejo.
The high court's decision overturned the earlier ruling of the Court of Appeals, which affirmed the findings of the Taguig Regional Trial Court that found Navarro guilty of attempted r**e and unjust vexation. The Supreme Court ruled that there was not enough evidence to support the charges against Navarro and that the lower courts erred in their rulings.
Navarro, a popular actor and television host, was accused by Cornejo of attempting to r**e her in 2014. Cornejo claimed that Navarro forced himself on her while they were in her condominium unit in Taguig City. Navarro denied the allegations and filed counter-charges against Cornejo and her companions for illegal detention, serious physical injuries, and grave coercion.
The case garnered widespread media attention, and both Navarro and Cornejo became subjects of public scrutiny. The case also sparked a national conversation on r**e culture and victim blaming.
After years of legal battles, Navarro has finally been cleared of the charges against him. In a statement released through his lawyer, Navarro expressed his gratitude to the Supreme Court and all those who supported him throughout the ordeal.
The acquittal of Navarro highlights the importance of due process and the need for a fair and impartial judicial system. It also underscores the need for all parties involved in cases of sexual assault and harassment to be treated with dignity and respect, and for their claims to be thoroughly and objectively investigated.
While the outcome of the case may be a relief for Navarro and his supporters, it should not be seen as a victory or defeat for any one side. Rather, it is a reminder that justice must be pursued through lawful and ethical means, and that the truth must be sought without bias or prejudice.
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