MANILA — Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla maintained neutrality on the grave threats and physical injuries complaint filed by a businessman against Davao City First District Rep. Paolo Duterte.

“We will look into it, we will let the prosecutors handle it. Hindi naman ako nagdi-dictate ng gagawin ng prosecutor,” Remulla said.

A CCTV video of Duterte’s alleged altercation with the businessman has circulated online. The incident allegedly happened last February 23 at Hearsay Gastropub Bar in Davao City.

The complainant said the alleged assault started  after the lawmaker was "triggered" over payment issues with women he hired during a drinking session. 

The congressman said he was awaiting authentication of the circulating video and would refrain from issuing any comment until he receives a copy of the formal complaint.