MANILA, Philippines – The suspect in the murder of actress Cherry Pie Picache's mother Zenaida Sison was sentenced to prison Thursday, December 10.
According to a report from ABS-CBN, Michael Flores was found guilty of robbery and homicide. Judge Alfonso Ruiz of the Quezon City Regional Trial Court handed the verdict of reclusion perpetua or up to 40 years in jail.
Aside from his sentence, the supect has also been ordered to pay the victim's family for damages.
According to the same report, Cherry Pie's family, who was at the court welcomed the decision. They were to visit their mom after the hearing.
On Instagram, Cherry Pie wrote: "Thank you so much for all your prayers. Justice prevailed. Another journey begins."
On September 19, 2014, Cherry Pie's mom Zenaida, 75 was found dead inside her home in Quezon City bearing stab wounds. She was living alone.
On October 8, Michael Flores was arrested through the help of the Sta. Rosa and Quezon Police together with the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI). – Rappler.com