CHR investigates potential rights violations during KOJC raid

Sagip party-list Representative Rodante Marcoleta raised concerns about potential violations of worshipers' rights during police operations at the Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) property in Davao City.

Marcoleta noted that activities related to religious beliefs, such as worship services and baptisms, might have been interrupted by the ongoing search for fugitive Pastor Apollo Quiboloy.

The Commission on Human Rights is investigating possible human rights violations during the police operations at the KOJC compound, with three investigators assigned since September 1.

CHR Chairperson Richard Palpal-Latoc stated that while they cannot prevent actions directly, they can advise state actors and recommend measures to protect civil liberties and religious freedom.

During a House of Representatives committee hearing on Monday, Marcoleta urged CHR to act quickly due to the ongoing disruptions in KOJC's religious activities.

Palpal-Latoc confirmed that investigators have been sent to the area and are conducting their investigation, with an update expected after a meeting scheduled for September 10.