Workers of Phil. Sanjia Steel Corp. line up for inquest proceedings, following a raid on the steel manufacturing facility in Misamis Oriental. Authorities are looking into possible violations of immigration laws, labor practices and environmental laws. (Photos from GABRYELLE DUMALAG / Inquirer)

TAGOLOAN, Misamis Oriental — Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. said on Saturday that 69 Chinese and one Filipino are undergoing inquest proceedings following a raid on a steel manufacturing facility in Misamis Oriental.

The individuals are being probed for alleged violation of immigration laws, labor standards and environmental laws.

Authorities are also looking into possible violations of safety rules in a workplace.

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