THE Marikina City government on Friday sought to ease public anger over the illegal exhumation of 65—and still counting—human remains that were placed in hundreds of sacks by offering free cremation at Barangka Public Cemetery, which were improperly handled by the cemetery’s personnel.
Mayor Marcelino “Marcy” Teodoro said the local government is currently trying to locate and contact the affected families.
“Kinokontak natin ngayon ang mga pamilya na may mga labi na natagpuan nitong nakaraang araw, na nakalagay ngayon sa isang temporary holding facility ,” Mayor Teodoro said. He said affected families may contact the new management of the Barangka Public Cemetery or the Marikina City Health Office led by Dr. Christopher Guevara.
The complaint, lodged with the Marikina City Prosecutors’ Office, was filed against a cemetery personnel in collusion with private individuals who conducted unauthorized and illegal exhumation of human remains. The complaint stressed that these actions not only breached sanitation guidelines but also disrespected the deceased, causing emotional distress to families and the community. Clear negligence: Pimentel
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