Sen. Jinggoy Estrada’s son, nephew assaulted in Boracay

Metro Manila, Philippines - Senator Jinggoy Estrada on Sunday, May 25, confirmed that his son and his nephew were attacked by three men while they were on vacation in Boracay.

“It's unfortunate that my son Julian and his cousin Jefferelly Vitug had their vacation in Boracay marred by an act of violence,” Estrada said in a statement.

The senator said he rushed to know about the incident and his family’s well being after hearing of the incident.

Estrada said charges have already been filed against the suspects, adding that he trusts authorities will probe the incident thoroughly and “ensure that justice is served.”

“No parent or relative ever wants to hear that their loved ones have been victims of such a senseless act in a place that should be a friendly community and a source of relaxation,” he said.

Estrada said he hopes the incident would serve as “a reminder of the need to create a safer environment for everyone.”