The Israel Embassy in the Philippines on Sunday expressed deep sadness over the discovery of the decomposing remains of Filipino beauty pageant contestant Geneva Lopez and her Israeli partner Yitshak Cohen. In a statement, the embassy also offered condolences to the families of Lopez and Cohen, whose remains were discovered in Barangay Sta. Lucia, Capas, Tarlac.
“The Embassy of Israel in Manila is deeply saddened by the tragic discovery of the cadavers of Israeli citizen Yitshak Cohen and his partner, Geneva Sarita Lopez, in Barangay Sta. Lucia, Capas, Tarlac,” the statement read. “Our heartfelt condolences go out to their families during this incredibly difficult time,” it added.
Authorities on Saturday discovered the decomposing remains of Lopez and Cohen, who have been missing for more than two weeks. The embassy, likewise, extended “gratitude to the Philippine authorities for their relentless efforts in investigating and locating the couple.” “We are confident that the authorities will thoroughly investigate this tragic incident and bring those responsible to justice,” it said.
Repatriation The embassy said it is coordinating with the next of kin of Cohen for the immediate repatriation of his remains to Israel. “The Embassy is in touch with the Cohen family and is assisting in ensuring the return of Mr. Cohen’s remains to Israel,” it said.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of Yitshak Cohen and Geneva Sarita Lopez. May their memories b.
