Parokya ni Edgar frontman Chito Miranda has publicly defended his wife, actress and businesswoman Neri Naig, following her arrest on estafa charges. In a heartfelt Instagram post, Chito expressed his shock and disappointment at the turn of events, maintaining his wife's innocence.
Chito revealed that Neri was merely an endorser for a business venture and that her image was used to attract investors. Despite facing similar allegations in the past, which were eventually dismissed, Neri found herself arrested without proper notice.
"Bigla na lang siyang inaresto for the same case kahit hindi pa siya binigyan ng notice na may bagong criminal complaint pala laban sa kanya, and 'di niya na-defend 'yung sarili niya," Chito lamented. He further emphasized that his wife had not received any official communication from the prosecutor, such as a subpoena or a formal notice, prior to her arrest.
The singer firmly asserted that Neri had never taken any money from anyone or engaged in fraudulent activities. "Sobrang bait po ni Neri...as in sobra. Eto 'yung babaeng kinulong ninyo without bail, habang nakalaya pa 'yung mga tunay na may kasalanan," he wrote, expressing his disbelief at his wife's imprisonment.
Chito's statements come after the Southern Police District (SPD) announced the arrest of a 41-year-old actress, identified only as "Erin," at a mall in Pasay City. While the SPD did not explicitly name Neri, the timing of the arrest and the description of the individual aligned with the allegations against the actress.
The SPD had earlier stated that the arrested individual was listed as the 7th most wanted person at the station level, facing charges of syndicated estafa and violations of the Securities Regulation Code.
Despite the serious allegations, Chito remains steadfast in his support for his wife. He has called for a thorough investigation into the matter and expressed hope that the truth will prevail. The case has garnered significant attention from the public and the entertainment industry, with many expressing concern and support for the couple.
As the legal proceedings unfold, the public awaits further developments in this case that has tarnished the image of a beloved celebrity couple.
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