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Facts:
On June 18, 2003, after receiving a telephone call from a concerned citizen,
Major Galvan coordinated with PDEA for the conduct of buy-bust operation.
Accordingly, a team was formed and PO1 Familara acted as the poseu-buyer.
Joseph knocked at door while Anthony partially opened the door and
conferred with the former. Upon receving the mark money, Joseph handed the
dangerous drugs.
Issue:
Whether or not RTC erred in giving full faith and credence to the
testimonies of the police officers and in upholding the presumption of
regularity in the performance of said officers' official functions which they
contend cannot overcome the constitutional presumption of innocence in
their favor.
Ruling: