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Facts: The accused, Renato N., a barangay tanod, is charged with murder for the death of a rival during a street confrontation. A CCTV video clearly shows Renato as the aggressor, and two eyewitnesses identify him. The defense moves for bail, arguing the presumption of innocence and potential for release on reasonable terms. (a) Identify the bail-negating circumstance(s) present under Rule 114, Section 5. (b) State the governing rule on bail in capital offenses where the evidence of guilt is strong. (c) Apply the rule to this scenario and determine whether bail should be denied or granted, with a brief justification.