Monster Radio RX 93.1 on Karen Bordador arrest

MANILA, Philippines – The arrest of Monster Radio RX 93.1 DJ and model Karen Bordador shocked fans last weekend, and now the radio station has issued a statement regarding the incident. 

In a statement posted on their verified Facebook page on Wednesday, August 17, the radio station expressed shock at recent developments and said that Bordador “showed no indication” that she was involved with drugs. 

Here is the statement in full, and see the post itself below:

“RX 93.1 is shocked by the recent events concerning our DJ, Karen Bordador, who was implicated in a drug-related arrest. Karen showed no indication in the workplace of any involvement with prohibited substances. Police authorities have filed charges against Ms. Bordador, and we trust that the ongoing investigation will bring out the truth.

“The station strongly condemns the use of illegal substances, and does not condone the use of drugs by any of our staff.

“Over several decades, RX 93.1 has built a reputation as a responsible, multi-awarded broadcast institution. We thank our listeners for their loyalty, and we assure the public that we will continue to be worthy of its trust and support.”

Previously, other radio personalities commented on Bordador’s arrest, with varied reactions. Read what other hosts or DJs had to say here. 

Before the arrest, Bordador hosted the show The Morning After on RX 93.1. 

She and boyfriend Emilio Lim were arrested after a buy-bust operation in Pasig City Saturday, August 13.

This resulted in the raid of various party drugs such as ecstasy powder, cracked ecstasy, marijuana, and various paraphernalia, amounting to P2.8 million.

Charges 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