Myles Albasin, five others, walk free after seven years in detention

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DAVAO CITY, Philippines – Seven years in detention, youth leader Myles Albasin and five others were set free on Monday September 23 after the court in Negros Oriental dismissed the charges against them of illegal possession of firearms and explosives. A video showing the aftermath of the court verdict showed Myles in tears as she was embraced by her parents, journalist Grace Albasin and Lloyd. In detention, Myles busied herself helping inmates in literacy and staging theatre productions. The acquittal clears the path for Albasin and her companions to live freely after seven years. Albasin has considered studying law during her detention, and is now reportedly offered work as a paralegal.