Puerto Princesa, Philippines –
When Filipino environmentalist and radio host Gerry Ortega was shot dead on the tropical island of Palawan, his family and friends believed there was enough damning evidence to convict the alleged mastermind.
But more than thirteen years later, the man accused of ordering the murder, former provincial governor Joel Reyes, is in hiding, while his brother, who is also involved, is mayor.
In a country where hundreds of journalists and environmental activists have been murdered over the past twenty years, Ortega’s murder on January 24, 2011 stands out for its brutality.
