(CNN) -- Philippine media are getting a hard look as authorities investigate the fatally bungled rescue of tourists in a bus standoff last month.
At least one journalist, at least one public official and police officers are expected to be charged in the standoff, according to CNN affiliate ABS-CBN.
President Benigno Aquino is to receive a report and recommendations from an investigative committee Friday. A news conference is scheduled for late afternoon Friday in Manila, but it is unclear whether Aquino will reveal the committee's conclusions.
The botched rescue operation on August 23 resulted in the deaths of eight tourists from Hong Kong and the hostage taker. Another tourist was critically wounded and six others were hospitalized with less serious injuries.
The standoff dragged on for 10 hours, during which some journalists were able to interview the hostage-taker. Some news outlets broadcast the event live.
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