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2007-01-23 |
TINGA, J. |
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| We find in this examination that Oliver's story dovetails with those of Lanie on the details of the actual kidnapping, the travel to Baguio and from thence to Bonita's Resort, the detention of Oliver, and his release. x x x [32] As noted by the trial court, there may have been inconsistencies in the narration of dela Cruz. These, however, were minor details and simply could be attributed to the frailty of human memory. It cannot be expected that her testimony would be entirely flawless. Inconsistencies as to minor details and collateral matters do not affect the credibility of the witnesses nor the veracity or weight of their testimonies. Such minor inconsistencies may even serve to strengthen their credibility as they negate any suspicion that the testimonies have been rehearsed.[33] Moreover, the testimony of dela Cruz coincides with that of Oliver and Pedro relating to the principal occurrence and the positive identification of appellants. | |||||