The Department of Justice (DOJ) is committed to run after every single individual liable for the recent capsizing of three sea vessels resulting in the thousands of liters of oil spilling over the bodies of water in Bataan, which also affected nearby provinces such as Cavite and Marinduque.

At present, authorities estimate the extent of damage caused on fisherfolk, marine and aquatic resources to be billions of pesos and the beneficiaries affected.

Consequently, the DOJ vows to run after not only the owners and personnel of the sunken MT Terra Nova and the two other troubled vessels, but authorities as well who approved their seaworthiness despite the very evident red flags.

"Ang goal natin ay kung meron mang nagkamali, kung meron mang conspiracy sa pag bigay ng lisensya, kailangan natin malaman yun dahil marami po talagang naapektuhang kababayan natin," Assistant Secretary Jose Dominic F. Clavano IV stressed.

Aside from the filing of cases, the DOJ will also aid local government units (LGUs) in compensating affected fisherfolks and residents.

As a first stop, the DOJ has already joined the provincial government of Cavite in their dialogues with the owners, insurance agents of the sunken vessels.

"DOJ fact-finding committee meeting is Monday then we meet with the insurance companies shortly after," Cavite Governor Juanito Victor "Jonvic" C. Remulla said.

"It is very important to note that ‘Upholding the Rule of Law’ is not merely limited to the administration of justice amongst men, but also covers safeguarding and preserving the environment and our natural resources for the use of future generations. Anyone who tramples upon these precious wonders of nature shall be dealt with the full extent of the law," Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin "Boying" C. Remulla stressed.