Byron Garcia Faces New Cyber Libel Charges and Arrest Warrant

Byron Garcia, a former Cebu Provincial consultant, has been issued another arrest warrant for three counts of Cyber Libel under Republic Act 10175. The warrant, issued by the Regional Trial Court in Mandaue City, sets bail at P36,000 for each count. Garcia claims he was unaware of the new charges and has already posted bail totaling P108,000 for a previous warrant related to the Safe Spaces Act. Following his arrest on June 11 for gender-based online harassment, he filed a complaint against police for alleged maltreatment during detention. Authorities are currently searching for him to execute the new warrant. Garcia's situation highlights ongoing legal challenges and potential implications for his rights as a senior citizen and diabetic.

Key Points: • Byron Garcia faces a new arrest warrant for Cyber Libel with bail set at P108,000. • He previously posted bail for a separate case involving the Safe Spaces Act on June 11. • Garcia has filed a complaint against police for alleged maltreatment during his detention.