Around 291 foreigner victims have already been repatriated as of May 31, the justice department says.
A rescue team from various government agencies implemented a search warrant on the premises of Clark Sun Valley Hub Corporation, Clark Freeport and Special Economic Zone in Mabalacat, Pampanga on May 4. The operation led to the rescue of over 1,000 victims who are Filipinos and foreigners.
After the operation, the Bureau of Immigration processed the verification, identification, and biometrics of the foreigners rescued, the DOJ said. A total of 936 foreigners were issued Allow Departure Orders , including a waiver of all the penalties and fees for alleged violation of immigration laws.
The 465 Filipino victims were also given financial assistance after they were displaced by the operation, the DOJ explained.In a letter dated May 15, DOJ Secretary Jesus Crispin “Boying” Remulla ordered that all foreigners rescued in the said operation shall be placed under the BI’s legal custody.
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