Kapatid demands DOJ probe Fides Lim's ban from BuCor

Kapatid, a support group for political prisoners, is calling on the Department of Justice to investigate why its spokesperson Fides Lim was permanently banned from entering BuCor facilities following repeated violations and unruly behavior.

Lim claims her ban is politically motivated and constitutes institutional harassment by BuCor, which defended the decision in a letter dated July 12, citing alleged repeated violations and disruptive conduct since April 29.

BuCor Director General Gregorio Catapang Jr. said Lim has been banned due to instances of 'defiance, arrogance, and disruptive conduct' towards corrections officers from February 2024 to October 2024.

Lim maintains her actions inside BuCor jails have been principled and lawful, stating the ban is meant to silence criticism and deflect attention from institutional abuse.

Kapatid highlights the importance of access for support groups like Kapatid, noting that political prisoners often rely solely on such assistance for survival, and calls on Congress to launch a legislative inquiry into BuCor procedures.

The group also points out recent deaths of two alleged political prisoners due to health issues, underscoring the urgency of providing humanitarian aid.