PNP ramps up manhunt for Quiboloy coddlers, Roque

THE Philippine National Police (PNP) has ramped up its operations against key figures linked to high-profile cases, targeting people who harbored Apollo Quiboloy as well as Harry Roque, who has gone into hiding after defying a summons from the House of Representatives.

On Tuesday, PNP chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil announced the creation of specialized teams dedicated to these operations, emphasizing that they will be executed «efficiently and within the bounds of the law.»

Marbil said Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) Director Maj. Gen Leo Francisco has formed a special composite team composed of CIDG and Anti-Cybercrime Group (ACG) officials to build a comprehensive case against people who shielded Quiboloy.

PNP chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil. PHOTO FROM PHILIPPINE NATIONAL POLICE

«We have mobilized a dedicated investigation team to pursue those who sheltered Quiboloy and obstructed justice. The PNP is fully committed to bringing these individuals to account and ensuring they face the full force of the law,» Marbil said.

Francisco said the special investigation team includes top investigators from the CIDG Major Crimes Investigation Unit, Legal Division, and representatives from the ACG.

The team's primary tasks involve collating and verifying social media posts, publications and other relevant information about Quiboloy; validating and authenticating these materials through the ACG; gathering statements and affidavits from PNP personnel involved in executing the warrant against Quiboloy; securing testimonies from victims and complainants; and collecting documentary evidence from other agencies that may strengthen the case.

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«The team will coordinate closely with the Police Regional Office 11 and conduct a continuous, thorough investigation to ensure a solid case. This will involve meticulous analysis of digital evidence, testimonials, and documents. We will leave no stone unturned to bring justice to those who have enabled Quiboloy's evasion,» Marbil said.

Simultaneously, special tracker teams led by the CIDG have been mobilized to search for Roque after the House of Representatives ordered his detention for contempt.

Marbil