July 21, 2001, The Philippine Star, Military Faces Human Rights Violation Complaints,

Manila, -- The military will face complaints of human rights violations following the arrest of two suspected members of the Alex Boncayao Brigade (ABB) the other day, the Socialistang Kilusang Manggagawa said today.

Radio reports said the complaints were being readied against military elements that arrested alleged ABB members Danny Singh and Rolando Marcelo.

Atty. Josefina David said Singh and Marcelo were deprived of their rights during the arrest.
David said men in civilian clothes seized the suspects inside a fast-food chain, blindfolded them before forcing the suspects to board a car.

Some 24 hours later, David said Singh and Marcelo were shocked when they were already made to face the media.

The lawyer insisted the weapons seized from the suspects were planted.