DOJ strongly anticipates Veloso’s return to PH before Christmas
IN a historic moment displaying Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin “Boying” C. Remulla’s relentless pursuit for justice, the Philippine Government and Indonesia on December 6, 2024 held their final discussion and signed the agreement on the official return of drug convict/death row survivor Mary Jane Veloso to the country.
Based on the ongoing dialogues and negotiations, the Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that they expect Veloso to be home before Christmas or as soon as possible to spend the holiday season here in the Philippines.
“To my fellow Filipinos, despite the delays, obstacles and adversities, justice has once again prevailed… Mary Jane will finally be with us and her family this Christmas!” Secretary Remulla exclaimed.
Undersecretary Raul T. Vasquez , representing the DOJ, added that he finds the terms of the agreement fair and equitable to both the Philippines and Indonesia.
“Our embassy and the Indonesian corrections office will iron out the transfer details so we can meet our objectives at the earliest opportunity,” said Usec Vasquez.
“Also, our Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) and the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) will be ready for this purpose,” he added.
