Two panels of the House of Representatives will conduct on Wednesday a joint legislative inquiry on the alleged security lapses and failed safety protocols during the recent Resorts World attack that claimed the lives of 38 people, including the lone gunman. Among those invited in the House probe are officials of the Philippine National Police (PNP), Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), Resorts World Hotel and Casino, and the Pasay City building permits department, as well as civilian witnesses to shed light on several issues. Quezon City Rep. Winston Castelo, a member of both committees, said the House will look into the possibility of lapses in security and emergency protocols that may have contributed to the high number of deaths and injuries. Another Quezon City lawmaker, Alfred Vargas, said casualties would have been minimized if security and safety measures were in place. “Incidents of this magnitude may have been prevented if there were no lapses in security,” said Vargas, who filed a House resolution calling for the investigation on the Resorts World incident.

Source: Manila Times June 06, 2017 03:33 UTC