00:00Following the arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte, his common-law wife, Hanileth Avancena,
00:05is facing a direct assault charge for allegedly hitting a police officer with her cell phone
00:10during the arrest. The Philippine National Police, or PNP, shared a video showing the incident.
00:16Despite insults, the PNP maintained maximum tolerance. Former Executive Secretary Salvador
00:21Medaldea might also face obstruction of justice charges for allegedly blocking the police's
00:27actions. PNP spokesperson Jean Fajardo emphasized that Duterte cooperated in the end,
00:32helping reduce tension, and that the PNP remained professional in carrying out their duties.