The Department of National Defense commends the unified efforts of the PAOCTF especially the NBI, PNRI, PNP, and supporting AFP units in the recently conducted execution of a Search Warrant against the Sanjia complex in the PHIVIDEC compound in Tagaloan, Misamis Oriental.
The operation unearthed grave crimes committed against Filipinos by the Chinese principals of Sanjia under the notorious Tony Yang and his dummies.
For our part we are conducting a serious and thorough investigation of PHIVIDEC and shall take steps to ensure that this incident is not repeated, and will hold all those responsible by actual cooperation or by negligence or omission accountable.
The OCD Region X is coordinating targeted interventions by line government agencies to safeguard the health and welfare of the community and to assist the displaced exploited workers of Sanjia.
Again, we warn all those who wish to intervene or meddle and frustrate the ends of justice, whether foreigners or otherwise, of whatever affiliation, that serious legal efforts shall be taken against them.
(Gilberto C. Teodoro, Jr. Secretary Department of National Defense, PR)
