Photo credit: Sec. Boying Remulla

The Bureau of Corrections has released 416 individuals from prison as part of their ongoing efforts to improve the country's prison system. These individuals were given a second chance to start anew with the help and support of the government and other agencies.

According to Acting Director General Gregorio Catapang Jr, Public Attorney’s Office Chief Persida Acosta, and Assistant Secretary Francis John Tejano, the releases were made possible through the collective effort of various government agencies. These agencies have been working tirelessly to improve the prison system and provide better opportunities for PDLs.

“Katulad ng aking mensahe, walong buwan na ang lumipas magmula ng tayo ay mapagkatiwalaan sa trabahong ito at simula noon ay araw-araw tayong nag-iisip kung papaano pa paghuhusayin ang pagpapatakbo ng gobyerno para sa ikabubuti ng bawat Pilipino,” Department of Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin “Boying” Remulla said.

“At kasama kayo sa nais naming matulungan kaya naman asahan nyo na hindi ito dito natatapos. Marami pa tayong bibigyan ng pag-asa sa mga susunod pang buwan,” he added.