STATEMENT OF SENATOR JUAN MIGUEL F. ZUBIRI ON THE FILING OF CASES AGAINST THE SUSPECTS IN THE KILLING OF ATIO CASTILLO

We welcome the news that the DOJ has filed a criminal suit for hazing against 10 members and officers of the Aegis Juris Fraternity for the death of Atio Castillo. This action was one of the recommendations included in the committee report that was filed following the inquiries conducted by the Senate. We have done our part in passing as well a stricter Anti-Hazing Law and so we thank the DOJ for acting on this matter, as we all continue to hope for justice to finally be served to the family of Atio. At this point, I urge all the parties involved to cooperate fully and finally tell all in order to clear their conscience and aid in the swift resolution of this case.