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Ateneo acknowledges CIDG recommendation of hazing charges vs. Baldwin, others

By SHERYLIN UNTALAN, GMA News

Published June 26, 2026 1:25pm

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Ateneo de Manila University on Friday said it acknowledged the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group’s recommendation to pursue a preliminary investigation into possible Anti-Hazing Act violations in connection with the drowning deaths of two basketball players during a team-building activity in Dipaculao, Aurora.

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“We acknowledge the CIDG’s recommendation and respect the work it has undertaken in the course of its investigation,” university spokesperson Fr. Rene “RB” Hizon, SJ said in a statement.

The university said it would continue cooperating with all authorities as investigations proceed, noting that the CIDG’s recommendation will still undergo review by the Department of Justice.

“We are confident that the facts will be fully and fairly evaluated through the proper process,” Hizon said.

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Ateneo also reaffirmed its commitment to accountability, student welfare, and campus safety.

The statement also said the school would continue supporting the affected families and strengthen reforms “to help ensure that such a tragedy is never repeated.”

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Earlier, the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group recommended the filing of complaints for alleged violations of Republic Act No. 11053, or the Anti-Hazing Act, against 11 individuals.

Presented during a press briefing on Friday, the CIDG’s recommended respondents resigned former head coach Tab Baldwin.

Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla said the recommendation will be forwarded to the Department of Justice, which will determine whether probable cause exists and what charges, if any, should be filed.

—JMB, GMA News

Tags: Ateneo de Manila University, Ateneo Blue Eagles, Criminal Investigation and Detection Group, Anti-Hazing Act of 2018, Rene Baterbonia

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