Police Authorities Arrest Popular Bacolod City Vlogger for Cyber Libel
VLOGGER ARRESTED – A popular Bacolod City vlogger was arrested for a cyber liber case, she will face legal proceedings.
A famous vlogger and content creator Cristina Endrado Martino known as “Langga” has been taken into custody at Police Station 6 as part of legal proceedings concerning allegations of cyber libel.
The arrest stemmed from an arrest warrant issued by the Regional Trial Court, specifically by Presiding Judge Richard Bala Balucio of Regional Trial Court Branch 15 in Laoag City, Ilocos Norte.
Dated February 19, 2024, the warrant authorizes the arrest of “Langga” in connection with a cyber libel case. The case revolves around allegations of violating Republic Act 10175, also known as the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012, particularly the provision about cyber libel.
“Langga” is a popular internet figure within the digital community and the creative mind behind Team Langga Vlog.
According to available information, the court directed law enforcement authorities to arrest the popular vlogger based on these accusations. The content creator’s arrest sparks discussions about the boundaries of free speech, online expression, and legal accountability in the realm of social media.
Although the details of the accusations against “Langga” are yet undisclosed to the public, the incident illustrates the increasing scrutiny that social media influencers and content creators have to deal with about the material they produce and share online.
The obligations and legal consequences of online expression are becoming more obvious as digital platforms continue to impact public opinion.
The social media users expressed their reactions to the report:
What is Cyber Libel?
Cyber libel refers to the act of defaming or damaging a person’s reputation using digital platforms, such as social media, websites, or online forums. It involves making false statements or spreading malicious content about an individual or entity through electronic means.