CHR probes arrest of doctor Natividad Castro, groups demand her release

MANILA, Philippines – The Commission on Human Rights said on Saturday, February 19, that it is conducting a motu propio investigation into possible police violations and other issues in relation to the arrest of health and development worker Dr. Natividad “Naty” Castro over alleged kidnapping and serious illegal detention.

The CHR also said that “in ensuring the protection of the rights of the Dra. Naty, CHR is coordinating with local authorities and is in close contact with the Castro family to assist them in Dra. Naty’s safety while in custody. The police said that the CHR has already been informed about Castro’s status, but the statement was silent on her right to counsel and if due process was violated. Castro’s lawyers earlier said they wereLabor group Kilusang Mayo Uno condemned the arrest of Castro, and said she was another victim of the governement’s-red-tagging. The group called for her release.Bilang isang doktor at tagapagtaguyod ng karapatang tao, siya ay naging biktima ng red tagging.

“Dr. Castro could have made a prominent career in medicine in the urban areas or even abroad. There is a huge lack of doctors in the rural areas where one out of 10 Filipinos die without even being able to have a health consultation. There are only a few doctors who choose to work for the poor. Why arrest her?” the group asked.St. Scholastica’s College Manila, where Castro finished high school, also condemned the arrest and said it was “ridiculous” to accuse Castro of such charges.

St. Scholastica’s College also hit the “continous red-tagging” of the Duterte government. “​​What she deserves is a recognition and appreciation for her commitment to the welfare and human rights of our Filipino sisters and brothers who are most in need. We deplore the continuous red-tagging of this government and making false accusations of innocent people,” the school said.

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