22 rapes a day recorded from Jan. 1 to Nov. 13, 2022 —PNP data

At least 22 rape cases are being reported in the Philippines every day from January 1 to November 13 this year, Jun Veneracion reported on “24 Oras” on Friday.

Citing data from GMA News Research culled by Philippine National Police, the report said a total of 7,197 rape cases were monitored in the country during the said period — lower than the figures recorded in 2021.

Dr. Lilian Gui, a registered psychologist and play therapist, said most of the rape suspects are related to the victims including their fathers, uncles, and other relatives.

“I have also worked with perpetrators. They feel no guilt kasi sa tingin nila ito ay tama, ito ang dapat masunod, ako ang padre de pamilya,” said Gui.

Police Region Office (PRO) Region 11 said 413 rape cases were recorded in Davao Region. The highest incidence was in Davao City where 123 cases were monitored. Of the figure, 94 are minor victims. At least 90% of the incidents, happened in the victims’ residences and involved their relatives.

“Ang magandang indication nito is that naglakas ng loob ang ating mga rape victims to report the matter. That's why ibig sabihin effective ang ating program especially on women's desk program natin,” said PRO11 spokesperson Police Major Eudisan Gultiano.

(The positive indication is that rape victims are now finding the courage to report the matter. It means our program, especially women’s desk programs are effective.)—Sundy Locus/LDF, GMA Integrated News