And we can say goodbye and let her rest in peace.” Authorities in Boracay are concerned that the horrific murder may deter tourists.
This is a terrible setback for our travel and tourist sector. A police official told local reporters, “We need to reassure tourists that Boracay is a safe place.”
Together with the relevant national agencies and our local Boracay and Malay officials, we would do every effort to ensure that such occurrences do not occur again.
“The DoT expresses its profound concern regarding the recent incident involving a Slovak tourist on Boracay Island,”
The local Department of Tourism said in a statement. “The family and loved ones impacted by this tragic event have our deepest sympathies.”
