The mayor of General Trias said Monday he directed the city police chief to investigate allegations a curfew violator died after receiving corporal punishment from authorities.
The victim, Darren Manaog Peñaredondo, was allegedly punished with 300 reps of "pumping" after he was caught during curfew hours buying water.
Torture of curfew violators is "not part of our policy," said Mayor Ony Ferrer.
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Ferrer said he told police that the investigation should be fair.
"We have personally interacted with Mr's family. Peñaredondo to console and help in their needs," he said.
"Let's hope for immediate clarity on the events and give peace of mind and will to the Peñaredondo family," he said.
Depending on the local government, violators of curfews and other quarantine ordinances face reprimands, fines and lectures from authorities.
General Trias City is located in Cavite province, that is under ECQ or lockdown alongside Metro Manila, Laguna, Rizal and Bulacan.
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