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MANILA, Philippines – Radio DJ Karen Bordador’s family has come to her defense after she was arrested for alleged possession and distribution of drugs. (READ: Police eye charges against Karen Bordador, Emilio Lim)
On Thursday, August 18, Karen’s sister Jocelyn Bordador sent her family’s statement to Rappler. The statement expressed hurt over the criticism Karen has received after the arrest and appealed to those close to the family to support and defend her.
Below is the statement in full:
“We, the Bordador family, are one with the public in condemning the usage and possession of illegal substances.
“But we find it very painful and hurtful to face the harsh words, cursing, and criticism made by insensitive individuals who do not even have a personal connection with Karen and our family.
“Karen has always been a kind-hearted, caring, thoughtful, generous, and loving person. She would be the last person to engage in activities that might bring harm to others.
“For those of you who really know Karen and our family personally, please share how Karen and we, as a family, have engaged in activities for the betterment of the community. Please help us encourage Karen by acknowledging the good things that she has done.
“We beg for your kindness and your good heart in putting an end to the criticisms that have unfairly painted a negative picture of our gracious daughter and caring sister, Karen.
“We pray to God for divine protection, justice and truth during this very trying time. Lahat tayo’y haharap din sa tunay na hustisya na galing sa Panginoon. (We will all face true justice from the Lord.)
“Maraming salamat po. (Thank you very much.)”
Jocelyn posted her own message to Karen’s critics, saying, “My baby sister is a good person with a big heart. Our personalities are like water and oil, but she is just like the rest of us, in some ways even better. She only wants the greater good, starting from the people dearest to her heart and ending with the world.”
She also asked those close to Karen to post stories about her with the hashtag “#KARENBORDADORISLOVE” to end the “character assination” against Karen.
Aside from Jocelyn and her family’s statement, Karen’s mother also defended her in a report. (READ: Karen Bordador’s mother speaks out, defends daughter)
The radio station Karen worked for, RX93.1, has said that she showed no indication of being involved with drugs during her time working for them. (READ: Monster Radio RX 93.1 on Karen Bordador arrest)
Karen and her boyfriend Emilio Lim was arrested on Saturday, August 13 at a condo unit in Pasig, where P2.8 worth of drugs and drug paraphernalia were found.
The police said that Karen, acting on the instructions of Lim, handed the drugs over to him before he handed them over to the police’s undercover agent.
Charges against the two include various violations of Republic Act 9165 (Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act Of 2002), such as possession of drugs, possession of equipment/paraphernalia for dangerous drugs, and sale/trade/transportation/distribution of drugs. – Rappler.com
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