MANILA — The Philippine Nautical and Technological Colleges (PNTC) has strongly condemned the brutal death of its 19-year-old freshman student, Mark Kenneth Alcedo, who died because of hazing in Dasmariñas, Cavite.
“We condemn hazing in the strongest and most unequivocal terms. Hazing in any form is strictly prohibited within our institution, as it directly violates our values, endangers lives, and has no place in any educational community,” said Atty. Francis Fabia, President of PNTC Colleges in an official statement posted on Facebook.
PNTC has expressed its full cooperation with the ongoing investigation being conducted by the Philippine National Police regarding Alcedo’s death.
The institution also assured the public that those found responsible for the crime will be held accountable.
“The school will pursue the maximum disciplinary sanctions and legal remedies available against any individual, group, or organization found responsible,” the school stated.
PNTC conveyed its profound sorrow over the incident and extended its heartfelt sympathies to the family of the victim.
“Our community is deeply saddened and grieving the tragic loss of one of our students. We extend our heartfelt and deepest condolences to the family, friends, classmates, teachers, and all loved ones affected by this profound and painful loss,” the statement further read.
