Actor Ricardo Cepeda released on bail after 11 months

The actor was arrested in October 2023 after being charged with syndicated estafa

MANILA, Philippines – Actor Ricardo Cepeda has been released after posting bail, his partner Marina Benipayo shared on her Instagram account on Thursday, September 19.

Benipayo posted a video of herself dancing with Cepeda.

“11 months and finally, he’s going home! God is good! Thank you, everyone for your prayers,” Benipayo captioned her post.

Meanwhile, actress Nadia Montenegro shared a series of photos and video clips documenting the actor’s release. She also shared a photo of Cepeda’s signed release form, where an executive judge ordered his release from the Cagayan Provincial Jail in Tuguegarao City after posting bail. It was signed on September 18.