CHR starts motu proprio probe into Tacloban, Cavite school incidents

Commission on Human Rights.

MANILA, Philippines—The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) on Tuesday said it launched motu proprio investigations into the fatal shooting at San Jose National High School in Tacloban City, Leyte, as well as separate incidents in Cavite schools.

In a statement on Tuesday, the CHR said its Regional Office VIII deployed a team to conduct a motu proprio investigation into the shooting incident and said it will continue monitoring the case to ensure the rights and dignity of all parties.

Given that the alleged perpetrators are minors aged 14 and 15, the Commission emphasizes the need for a “careful and principled approach.”

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