Embassy of the United States in Manila

November 3, 2005

Statement: Alleged Rape Incident Involving U.S. Marines in Subic

Five U.S. Marines are alleged to have been involved in the rape of a Filipina citizen, which allegedly occurred in Subic on November 1, 2005. The five U.S. Marines are currently in the Philippines under the responsibility of the U.S. Embassy in Manila.

The Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) provides the mechanism for U.S. and Filipino authorities to work together to determine the facts of the case and to ensure that accused individuals are available to both Filipino and U.S. investigators, since the allegations would be crimes under both Filipino and U.S. law. The U.S. will strictly adhere to the provisions of the VFA, and will cooperate closely with Philippine authorities to ensure this case is handled fairly and that justice is done.
The U.S. takes reports of violations of U.S. and Philippine law by U.S. military personnel very seriously, and will fully cooperate with the Philippine authorities in the investigation of this incident.

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November 3, 2005 Statement: Alleged Rape Incident Involving U.S. Marines in Subic Five U.S. Marines are alleged to have been involved in the rape of a Filipina citizen, which allegedly occurred in Subic on November 1, 2005. The five U.S. Marines are currently in the Philippines under the responsibility of the U.S. Embassy in Manila. The Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) provides the mechanism for U.S. and Filipino authorities to work together to determine the facts of the case and to ensure that accused individuals are available to both Filipino and U.S. investigators, since the allegations would be crimes under both Filipino and U.S. law. The U.S. will strictly adhere to the provisions of the VFA, and will cooperate closely with Philippine authorities to ensure this case is handled fairly and that justice is done. The U.S. takes reports of violations of U.S. and Philippine law by U.S. military personnel very seriously, and will fully cooperate with the Philippine authorities in the investigation of this incident. ###
	Last Update :: 01/05/2007
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