DOJ scrutinizes Gracioso Jr. affidavit: We don’t want weak cases

MANILA, Philippines – The Department of Justice (DOJ) is assessing the sworn statement of former police officer Rodulfo Gracioso Jr., applying the legal principle of the “totality of circumstances” in ensuring that any prospective criminal charges or witness protection coverage will hold up under judicial scrutiny. Justice Secretary Fredderick Vida said the DOJ received Gracioso’s