COUNCILOR Teodulfo Lao, Jr. is calling for a probe on the alleged collection of P5,000 burial fees at the Bolonsiri Cemetery in Camaman-an.
Lao said he learned about this last week when someone approached him asking for financial assistance for the burial of a relative.
According to the councilor, he advised the person to go to the Barangay Assistance Center for help with regards to funeral services.
“However, they said they already availed of BAC services but what they need most is the P5,000 payment for burial,” he said.
The amount will reportedly be used to pay for the lot location, labor cost for digging and concreting of the tomb.
He said he was amazed that they can arbitrarily collect fees even when the cemetery is owned by the city. (sp)
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