KH (Uy) Family Association-Davao Chapter raises concerns over ‘politically charged environment,’ where accusations are made for narrative-building rather than by verified facts
Governor Arturo Uy/Facebook
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FORMER Davao de Oro governor Arturo Uy has come to the defense of businessman Sammy Uy, strongly rejecting allegations linking the latter to illegal drug activities and asserting that the claims are unverified and damaging.
Uy released a public statement that rapidly gained traction across online platforms, where it was widely shared and discussed. In it, he firmly rejected the actions, explicitly asserting that the businessman is not a drug lord, while describing him as a legitimate and well-respected figure in Davao City.
“SAMMY UY is not a drug lord,” Uy said.
He stressed that his defense is grounded in personal knowledge developed over decades, describing a long-standing relationship that predates the current controversy.
“I knew him personally. We grew up together. I knew his family, I knew his dealings,” he added, underscoring that his assessment of Sammy Uy’s character is based on firsthand experience.
Uy’s statement also reflected frustration over what he described as fabricated claims circulating in public discourse.
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