The death of 24-year-old college student John Matthew Salilig is "a loss that should never have happened," said the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) which decried all forms of physical or psychological harm like fraternity hazing. Salilig, who was a student of Adamson University, was found in a pit in Imus, Cavite. He had been reportedly buried for 10 days before he was found by local police authorities. Reports stated that as of March 1, the police have already identified 18 suspects allegedly involved in the disappearance and killing of Salilig. On Thursday, March 2, six suspects were arrested.  Charges against the suspects are expected to be filed immediately before the Department of Justice (DOJ). In a statement, the CHR said its office in Region IV-A has initiated a motu proprio (on its own initiative) investigation on Salilig’s death. It called for "urgent and steady action" from the Philippine National Police (PNP), the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), and other concerned agencies to resolve the case, hold accountable those involved in Salilig’s death, and prevent hazing incidents from further claiming the lives of the youth. "CHR stresses that hazing, as a ritualistic act of humiliation and degradation, goes against the basic principles of fundamental rights and human dignity. Its serious consequences against the physical, emotional, and mental well-being of individuals, most especially minors, should have no place in academic institutions," it stressed. It extended its condolences to the victim’s family and loved ones and called for justice to be served. "Once again, it is our collective responsibility to create safe environments where everyone is equal and free, in consonance with the values of respect, dignity, and inclusion," the CHR said.