Notes on Dismissed Bamban Town Mayor Alice Goh's Case
Key Individuals Involved
Alice Goh: Dismissed Mayor of Bamban Town.
Sheila Goh: Sister of Alice Goh; arrested in Indonesia.
Cassandra Leong: Business associate of Sheila Goh; arrested alongside her.
Senator Rafi Tufo: Provided information about the arrest.
Senate President Cheese Escudero: Provided updates on the situation regarding Sheila and Cassandra.
Timeline of Events
August 20: Sheila and Cassandra arrested in a mall in Indonesia.
The Philippine Bureau of Immigration requested Indonesian authorities to monitor them.
Indonesian authorities promptly informed the Philippine Bureau of Immigration upon their arrest.
Current Status
Sheila Goh and Cassandra Leong were repatriated back to the Philippines.
Sheila Goh is subject to an arrest order by the Senate since July.
Cassandra Leong has an arrest order from the House of Representatives but none from the Senate.
Detention Process
National Bureau of Investigation (NBI): Will first take Sheila and Cassandra into custody.
They will be briefed by the NBI prior to further actions.
Senate Detention: Once cleared, Sheila will be transferred to the Senate detention facility; timing still uncertain.
House of Representatives: Cassandra expected to be detained there within the day after repatriation.
Facilities and Conditions
The Senate detention facility is reportedly well-equipped with essential amenities (e.g., bed, CR).
Safety measures for Sheila Goh have been highlighted, including proximity to a PNP satellite office.
Potential Hearings
There is interest in inviting Sheila Goh to the Committee on Women hearings, particularly regarding her alleged involvement in Philippine offshore gaming operators.
Summary
Both Sheila Goh and Cassandra Leong are returning to the Philippines after being intercepted in Indonesia.
The next steps involve NBI custody, potential hearings, and coordination with legislative bodies regarding their cases.