G.R. No. 246948 - THE PEOPLE OF THE PHILIPPINES, VS. REYNALDO GABATBAT Y BALBOA, ACCUSED-.

Ruling

WHEREFORE, premises considered, the accused REYNALDO GABATBAT y BALBOA is found GUILTY beyond reasonable doubt of the crime of simple rape under subparagraph (b) of Article 266-A of the Revised Penal Code, as amended, and is hereby sentenced to a penalty of reclusion perpetua. The accused is also adjudged liable of civil indemnity and moral damages, both in the amount of Thirty Thousand Pesos ([P]30,000.00) each subject to interest at the rate of 6% per annum from the date of finality of this judgment. No costs. SO ORDERED.