Jay Sonza, arestado ng NBI dahil sa kasong cyberlibel nito

• Former TV host Jay Sonza was recently arrested in Quezon City on Thursday evening
• The arrest stems from a cyberlibel case involving alleged fake medical records of the President
• NBI Director Melvin Matibag confirmed with Inquirer that Sonza is currently in their custody
• Sonza's legal counsel vows to monitor the situation to protect his rights as a senior citizen

Former television and controversial broadcast personality Jay Sonza has recently been taken into custody by the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI), making headlines across the country.

According to a report by the Inquirer, Sonza was arrested on Thursday evening, April 30, 2026, in Quezon City. The arrest was based on a warrant issued by the Pasay City Regional Trial Court.

The cyberlibel case against the former broadcaster involves allegations that he spread fake medical records concerning President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. NBI Director Melvin Matibag confirmed the operation during a phone interview with Inquirer, stating that the arrest had taken place a few minutes ago.

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In a report done by GMA News, Sonza is apparently facing charges for unlawful use of publication publication and unlawful utterances under Article 154 of the Revised Penal Code (RPC), in relation to Republic Act 10175 or the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012.

Following the incident, Sonza's legal counsel, Atty. Mark Tolentino, released a statement, saying that he would be heading to the NBI to ensure that his client's rights are respected, particularly noting Sonza's status as a senior citizen.

"We will not let any violation pass. We will monitor every step. We will take action if necessary," Tolentino said.

The legal trouble for Sonza began back in February when the NBI filed cyberlibel complaints against him and vlogger Jeffrey "Ka Eric" Luces Celiz. The bureau has been investigating the origin and spread of the alleged falsified documents. As of now, Sonza remains under the custody of the NBI as the legal process continues.

As previously reported by KAMI, Saleema Refran has officially transitioned to a position at the Office of the Ombudsman after concluding a prominent 15-year career as a reporter for GMA Integrated News. She announced her resignation on April 30, marking the end of her long tenure with the Kapuso Network to take on a new role in public service. In her social media post, she expressed deep gratitude to colleagues, production teams, and field partners who supported her throughout her years in journalism. She also thanked viewers for their trust and emphasized that her commitment to serving the public will continue in her new role.

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Meanwhile, Cavite 1st District Representative Jolo Revilla paid tribute to his mother, Cavite 2nd District Representative Lani Mercado-Revilla, in a post celebrating her birthday on April 13. Jolo expressed appreciation on behalf of his family and constituents, recognizing Lani’s leadership and public service. He highlighted her role as both a mother figure and a dedicated public servant who has previously served as mayor of Bacoor and continues to be influential in Cavite politics. The post drew positive attention online.

Source: KAMI.com.gh