Internet celebrity Christian Albert ‘Xian’ Gaza, reminded the netizens that the law should still be respected amid the issue involving Kapamilya actress Awra Briguela.
On June 29, 2023, Awra was put under the custody of the authorities after being involved in a heated confrontation between him and a group of men at Poblacion, Makati.
Awra went viral on social media and received support from several influencers with millions of followers online.
However, Xian said that despite being trending, netizens should not force the authorities from freeing Awra.
“Inaresto at ikinulong si Awra because that’s how the system works at wala kayong magagawa doon. Na-caught in the act siya sa kaguluhan eh. Nasa tamang due process ang mga pulis na damputin siya,” Xian said.
Xian also questioned why Awra’s group didn’t file charges against the complainant, Mark Christian Ravana.
“Justice for Awra? Guys, the justice system is working properly on him. Sadyang nagkamali lang siya at nabutasan ng batas. Hindi porke trending sa social media eh maaari na siyang palayain. Kahit gaano pa kalinis ang intensyon niya para sa kanyang mga kaibigan,” he said.
Meanwhile, LGBTQIA+ groups were already calling for Awra’s release.
“We call for the urgent release of Awra and the dropping of all false, trumped-up charges against her.” LGBT group Bahaghari wrote in a statement.