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Save the Children Philippines denounces the recent shooting incident that killed mother and son Sonya, 52, and Frank Anthony Gregorio, 25, in Tarlac which was witnessed by a number of children.
We strongly believe that violence in all forms is unacceptable – more so if it is brazenly committed in the presence of children. Exposing children to violence is in itself a form of violence against children and sets a dangerous example to a generation of future leaders and parents.
Violence has a devastating long-term impact on children and seriously affects a child’s development, dignity, as well as physical and psychological integrity. The brutal incident can cause irreparable trauma, especially to the children involved, that may manifest later in the form of depression, anxiety, anger, disassociation, and other health problems.
She could be heard saying: “My father is a policeman!”
Nuezca’s daughter’s remarks and presence at the scene drew backlash on social media wherein her photos were converted into memes and artworks to bully her.
‘Child is also a victim’
In a statement on Tuesday,
UNICEF Philippines discouraged Filipinos from circulating the child’s photos to protect her from further verbal abuse.
UNICEF noted that the she is also a victim.
“UNICEF is deeply concerned for the well-being of this child whose photos are being circulated on social media platforms where she has been repeatedly vilified and verbally abused. Children have the right to be protected from all forms of violence, including bullying,” the organization said.
The police killing of a mother and her son in Tarlac demonstrated how ingrained impunity has become in Philippine society, a Catholic bishop said.
Bishop Enrique Macaraeg of Tarlac said the recent incident is only one of the many killings that “have been happening around us”.
“Some of them happened without a video to record them,” he said. “Whether posted on social media or done hidden without a witness, killing is a sin.”
The bishop was reacting to the double murder case involving 46-year-old police officer Jonel Nuezca.
Nuezca shot dead 52-year old Sonya Gregorio and her son, 25-year old Frank Anthony, on Sunday.
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