Lawyer James Bryan Ibrahim Alih conducts the direct examination of witness Karen Batu during the prosecution’s case in Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial. On Tuesday, he leads the questioning of Batu, an officer-in-charge of the Records Division of the Office of the Ombudsman.
Both outlets identify Alih as one of the prosecution’s lawyers appearing before the impeachment court. Inquirer.net adds additional background, describing him as a senior associate of the Pecabar law firm who volunteered to assist the House prosecution panel pro bono. It says he specializes in criminal and civil litigation and handles complex matters involving fraud, graft, and corruption.
GMA News Online focuses on the immediate role he plays in court that day, stating that he conducts Batu’s direct examination as part of the prosecution’s proceedings. Inquirer.net provides more detail on his professional background and how he is involved with the prosecution team, while both agree on his participation in examining the witness.
