Kasabay ng kanilang pagkondena, iniimbestigahan na rin ng Commission on Human Rights (CHR) sa pagkamatay ng 24-anyos na Adamson University college student na si John Matthew Salilig.
“The Commission continues to condemn all forms of physical or psychological harm. In particular, CHR stresses that hazing, as a ritualistic act of humiliation and degradation, goes against the basic principles of fundamental rights and human dignity. Its serious consequences against the physical, emotional, and mental well-being of individuals, most especially minors, should have no place in academic institution,” pahayag ng CHR.
Ayon sa komisyon malinaw na paglabag sa karapatang pantao ang pagkamatay ni Salilig sa kamay ng kanyang fraternity brothers. sa Tau Gamma Phi.
Nanawagan din ang CHR sa Philippine National Police (PNP) at Commission on Higher Education (CHED) at iba pang tanggapan ng pamahalaan na umaksyon sa kaso ni Salilig.
“It is crucial that duty bearers actively prevent and address hazing incidents, and hold accountable those who perpetrate them,” pahayag ng CHR.
Umapila din ang CHR sa gobyerno na palakasin pa ang implementasyon ng Republic Act No. 11053 O Anti-Hazing Act of 2018.
“The Commission extends its condolences to the victim’s family and loved ones and calls for justice to be served. Once again, it is our collective responsibility to create safe environments where everyone is equal and free, in consonance with the values of respect, dignity, and inclusion,” pahayag ng CHR.