The Supreme Court has deployed the newly established Judiciary Marshals to launch an immediate investigation into the recent threats received by the Pasig Regional Trial Court.
The investigation is being carried out in coordination with the Philippine National Police Anti-Cybercrime Group and the National Bureau of Investigation Anti-Cybercrime Division.
The goal is to identify and apprehend the individuals responsible for the threats and to take appropriate legal action.
To preserve the integrity of the investigation and ensure the safety of all concerned, specific details are being withheld at this time.
The Supreme Court emphasized its unwavering commitment to upholding judicial independence. Meanwhile, judges across the country continue to perform their duties with integrity and calm resolve, guided by fairness and the rule of law.
The High Court also called on the public and all stakeholders to remain vigilant and to support the judiciary with trust and respect.
The threats were received on the morning of 16 July, via email messages sent to several branches of the Pasig RTC. The messages included death threats directed at unnamed judges.
In response, the Pasig RTC immediately coordinated with the Pasig City Police. A SWAT team was deployed to the Pasig City Hall of Justice to ensure the safety of judges, court personnel, court users, and the general public.
The Judiciary Marshals were created under Republic Act 11691, also known as the Judiciary Marshals Act, to address rising threats against members of the judiciary.
The Supreme Court En Banc earlier appointed retired Brigadier General Manuel R. Gaerlan as the first Chief Marshal of the Office of the Judiciary Marshals.