Abalos assures Boracay's safety despite Slovakian tourist killing

Former Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) secretary Benhur Abalos assured the public that the killing of Slovakian tourist Michaela Mickova in Boracay is an isolated incident.

Abalos emphasized during a campaign rally in Tacloban on Friday, March 14, that this is the first such case recorded by police and does not reflect the safety of other areas in the Philippines.

Police Brig. Gen. Jack Wanky, chief of Police Regional Office-6 (PRO-6), confirmed that authorities are conducting a thorough investigation into Mickova's death, which occurred on March 12.

Abalos stressed that tourism remains strong and safe in Boracay despite this unfortunate incident, urging visitors not to be deterred by the isolated case.

Police continue to hunt for suspects involved in Mickova’s killing, with no arrests made yet according to Police Lt. Col. Mar Joseph Ravelo, chief of the Malay Municipal Police Station (Malay MPS).

Boracay remains a safe tourist destination as authorities pledge their commitment to maintaining public safety and order.

The police advise tourists to exercise caution but reassure them that the island is secure.