CFO condemns Filipina's murder in Slovenia
The Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) condemned the murder of a Filipina allegedly by her Slovenian husband in Bled, Slovenia on Dec. 29, 2024.
Marvil Facturan-Kocjančič, 27, was killed while on holiday with her husband Mitja Kocjančič, prompting widespread shock and sorrow among the Filipino community in Slovenia.
The CFO offered condolences to Marvil's family and condemned acts of domestic violence, urging them to seek justice for her tragic death.
Senator Imee Marcos also condemned the crime on Saturday, describing it as an act of domestic violence that occurred just a week after Facturan arrived in Slovenia.
Slovenian authorities are investigating the incident, and the suspect has a history of mental health issues; he was arrested and taken to a psychiatric hospital.
The CFO continues to advocate for the rights of Filipinos abroad and encourages those experiencing domestic violence or abuse to reach out for support through various resources including the CFO, 1343 Actionline against Human Trafficking, or nearest Philippine Embassy or Consulate.
This story was generated by AI to help you understand the key points. For more detailed coverage, please see the news articles from trusted media outlets below.
Topics in this story
Explore more stories about these topics