The Commission of Human Rights (CHR) strongly condemned on Monday the blast that occurred in General Santos City over the weekend, calling it an “unfortunate event” given the implementation of martial law in Mindanao. “It is unfortunate that even with the veil of martial law in Mindanao, senseless attacks continue to mar peace in the region,” CHR Spokesperson Jacqueline de Guia said in a statement. According to the CHR official, perpetrators of the crime should be held accountable. On Sunday, an improvised explosive devise exploded in front of a drug store in General Santos City injuring seven individuals. READ: 7 injured in General Santos City explosionThe Malacañang also condemned the attack as it vowed to “bring the perpetrators of this brazen attack to justice.”READ: Palace condemns GenSan blast/vvpADVERTISEMENTRead Next

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer September 17, 2018 02:26 UTC