Montenegro Files Libel Case Against Media Outlets Over Marijuana Allegations

Actress and former staff of Senator Robin Padilla, Nadia Montenegro, went to the Caloocan Prosecutor’s Office to file a complaint against several media publications.

This comes after reports linked her as the Senate staff member allegedly caught using marijuana within the Senate premises.

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Aside from filing against news outlets, Montenegro also lodged a separate complaint at the Pasay City Hall against a Senate staff member.

This second complaint is in relation to unjust vexation and violation of the Safe Spaces Act.

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It is worth noting that Montenegro had previously denied any involvement in the issue.

Amid the controversy, she eventually resigned from her post in Padilla’s office.