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2001-10-23 |
QUISUMBING, J. |
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| To conclude, there is a dearth of evidence as to the specific role played by petitioner Fidelino Garcia in the commission of the crime charged. Petitioner enjoys the presumption of innocence, which can only be overcome by proof beyond reasonable doubt. Mere conjectures, no matter how strong, can never substitute for this required quantum of proof.[28] Failing to meet the needed quantum of proof, petitioner's conviction as principal in the killing of Paulino Rodolfo cannot be sustained. | |||||