Olongapo orphanage closed after DSWD rescues 33 individuals over allegations of physical abuse
• The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) rescued 32 minors and one adult from a private orphanage in Olongapo City
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• The rescue operation was prompted by reports of alleged physical abuse and mistreatment of the residents
• The orphanage has been shut down, and the rescued individuals have been transferred to various government shelters across Central Luzon for their safety
• An investigation is currently underway to determine the full extent of the allegations and hold those responsible accountable
A collaborative operation by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office III and local law enforcement has resulted in the rescue of 32 minors and one adult from a private orphanage in Barangay New Cabalan, Olongapo City.
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The facility has been shut down as authorities launch an in-depth investigation into serious allegations of physical abuse and mistreatment of its residents.
The coordinated operation, which took place on Thursday, August 28, was prompted by credible reports that children living at the institution were allegedly subjected to physical abuse.
The primary objective of the DSWD and police was to ensure the immediate safety and protection of the vulnerable individuals residing in the facility.
According to officials, the operation was a critical response to safeguard the well-being of the minors and the adult under the care of the institution.
DSWD officials confirmed that the rescued individuals have since been transferred to various government-run care facilities across Central Luzon, where they are receiving comprehensive support and care.
This immediate relocation was a necessary step to provide a secure and nurturing environment away from the alleged dangers of the orphanage.
The minors and the adult were distributed among four different shelters, a strategic move to accommodate them properly and cater to their individual needs.
Specifically, 11 children were brought to the Home for the Girls in Palayan City, Nueva Ecija, while another eight were taken to the Lingap Center in Tarlac City.
A separate group of three children was placed at the Home for Women, also in Tarlac City. The remaining 11 children were transferred to the Reception and Study Center for Children (RSCC)-Prado Siongco in Lubao, Pampanga.
This dispersion ensures that each rescued individual receives specialized attention and psychosocial support to help them recover from their traumatic experience.
The DSWD has stated that the investigation into the matter is ongoing, and further details regarding the specific conditions and circumstances that led to the rescue are yet to be made public.
The department is working to gather all necessary evidence and information to determine the full extent of the alleged violations and to ensure accountability.
The DSWD has also not yet released the name of the orphanage, pending the full investigation.
As of this report, the management of the now-shuttered orphanage has not yet issued a public statement concerning the allegations.
The DSWD is encouraging anyone with information relevant to the case to come forward to assist in the ongoing investigation.
The incident highlights the government's commitment to protecting the rights and welfare of children and vulnerable individuals, especially those in institutional care. It also serves as a stark reminder of the continuous need for stringent monitoring and regulation of all private institutions responsible for the care and welfare of children.
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