Manila Bulletin
Returning Pinay who breached health protocol to face raps- Año
The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) is preparing to file charges against Gwyneth Anne Chua, a returning Filipina who breached quarantine protocols.
Chua, who returned from Los Angeles, left her hotel quarantine early to attend a party and later tested positive for COVID-19.
DILG Secretary Eduardo Año confirmed that Chua will face charges once she recovers from the disease.
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has been directed to investigate the incident and file appropriate criminal charges against all involved violators.
The Department of Tourism (DOT) reported that some attendees of the party and bar personnel also contracted the virus.
The hotel management stated it is cooperating with the investigation and will enforce sanctions on any employee found to have erred.
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