Manila Bulletin
CIDG files cases vs Chua, urges those who had close contacts to file charges too
Criminal charges for violating Republic Act 11332 were filed against Gwyneth Anne Chua, also known as 'Poblacion Girl', her parents, her boyfriend, and five hotel personnel.
Chua allegedly left her quarantine at the Berjaya Makati Hotel to visit a bar and restaurant after arriving from the US.
Her parents are accused of facilitating her quarantine breach by picking her up and returning her to the hotel.
Chua's boyfriend faces charges for allegedly being with her at a restaurant while she was supposed to be in quarantine, with CCTV footage confirming their presence together at Mijo Restaurant.
The hotel personnel facing charges include the resident manager, assistant resident manager, security manager, security officer, and front desk staff.
Chua, her friends, and some bar employees later tested positive for COVID-19, with at least 15 individuals reportedly infected due to her alleged actions.
The Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) has urged individuals who had close contact with Chua and were infected to file separate cases against her.
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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.
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Malacañang warned that returning travelers who violate COVID-19 quarantine protocols may face imprisonment, according to Acting Presidential Spokesperson Karlo Nograles.
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The Department of Tourism (DOT) suspended the accreditation and revoked the permit of Berjaya Makati Hotel for failing to stop a guest from breaching quarantine rules.
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Senate Majority Leader Juan Miguel Zubiri has filed Senate Bill 2470, seeking to impose higher penalties on quarantine violations by amending Republic Act 11332, the Law on Reporting of Communicable Diseases.
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