MANILA, Philippines, Aug. 3 (UPI) -- Twenty-six Philippine military officers have been formally charged with offences relating to a plot to overthrow the government.
The accused - 17 soldiers and 9 Marines - were taken in trucks to the Judge Advocate's office at Fort Bonifacio and accused of mutiny, conduct unbecoming an officer and a gentleman, and conduct prejudicial to good order and discipline, among others.
The Manila Times reported Thursday an investigation would be conducted and if evidence warrants, military trials would be held.
In addition to the 26 formally accused Wednesday, other Philippine military officers are suspected of involvement in the disrupted plan last February to topple President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo.
A number of prominent civilians are also suspected of possible involvement in the alleged plot.
Arroyo has been accused by critics of engaging in re-election fraud.
