The US arrest of a 64-year-old American citizen for allegedly coming to the Philippines in 2007 and 2008 to engage in illicit sex with two Filipino girls is a breakthrough in protection of Filipinos and fighting human trafficking.
The arrest was made through the excellent international cooperation between Philippine and US law enforcement agencies.
Reports say that the suspect has been identified as Donald Mathias, a native of Florida. He is facing charges of child abuse. The charges contained in the complaint carry a maximum penalty of 30 years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000. (PIA)
