DOJ submits hazing case against 7 suspects in Salilig's death for resolution

Seven suspects in the death of Adamson University student John Matthew Salilig underwent preliminary investigation before the Department of Justice (DOJ) on Friday.

The suspects, including Tau Gamma Phi fraternity members Earl Anthony Romero, Jerome Balot, Sandro Victorino, Michael Lambert Ritalde, Mark Pedrosa, master initiator Daniel Perry, and grand triskelion Tung Cheng Teng, were charged with violating the Anti-Hazing Law.

Salilig's family and neophyte Roi Dela Cruz were present during the hearing. Balot’s motion for an extension to submit a counter-affidavit was denied while Perry submitted his counter-affidavit.

Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla announced that six additional persons of interest in the case are planning to turn themselves in.