Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin “Boying” C. Remulla ordered the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) to get to the bottom of the reported death of former Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) Deputy Security Officer Ricardo Zulueta, a co-accused in the Percy Lapid slay case.

Reports claim that Zulueta was brought to the hospital by his brother because of severe chest pains then died shortly after he was brought to the hospital.

However, his death certificate showed that the cause of death was cerebrovascular disease intracranial hemorrhage which brings confusion as to the real cause of death.

Considering all these possibilities and circumstances, Secretary Remulla urged the NBI to investigate further into the death of Zulueta and seek forensic pathologist’s advice if necessary.

“We urge the Philippine National Police to share with the DOJ its findings, as well the cause of Zulueta’s death,” the Secretary said.

“To dispel doubts and rumors, once and for all, the DOJ is also contemplating seeking Dr. Raquel Fortun’s expertise to conduct an autopsy on Zulueta’s remains,” Secretary Remulla stressed.

“Unravel the truth, leave no stone unturned and don’t let anyone or anything prevent us from pursuing accountability and delivering justice,” said Remulla.

Zulueta has a pending warrant of arrest along with former BuCor Director General Gerald Bantag for the murder of radio broadcaster Percy Lapid and inmate Jun Villamor.