PNP Says More Apollo Quiboloy ‘victims’ Break Silence
APOLLO QUIBOLOY – The Philippine National Police (PNP) said more Apollo Quiboloy ‘victims’ broke their silence.
More alleged victims of televangelist Apollo Quiboloy have come forward to expose the “systematic abuse” within the religious organization he founded, according to Philippine National Police chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil on Wednesday.
During a 16-day operation aimed at serving an arrest warrant on Quiboloy and four others at the Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KJC) compound in Davao City, victims approached authorities.
Based on a report from Inquirer, Marbil revealed in a statement that the PNP had discovered “new and alarming details” about Quiboloy’s alleged criminal activities, highlighting the systematic abuse of young women under his control.
On September 8, Quiboloy and four of his associates surrendered to authorities after a 24-hour ultimatum. A manhunt involving 2,000 police officers and the excavation of a tunnel at the KJC compound led to their capture, despite protests and legal actions from KJC supporters and lawyers.
All of the accused are currently detained at Camp Crame, but one of the local courts has ordered their transfer to the city jail.
According to the report, Marbil also noted that young women, known within the KJC as “pastorals” or personal assistants, have come forward, adding to the accusations against Quiboloy, who calls himself “The Appointed Son of God.” He pointed out that victims as young as 12 were particularly vulnerable and their testimonies crucial in revealing the full extent of Quiboloy’s alleged crimes.
“These courageous victims have spoken up, revealing their harrowing experiences. The abuse they endured shows an alarming pattern of manipulation and exploitation,” Marbil said.
The PNP is currently documenting the new accounts to strengthen the cases against Quiboloy and is urging more victims to come forward.
The charges against Quiboloy and others currently include one complainant who alleges sexual, emotional, and physical abuse, as well as forced labor, beginning when she was still a minor in 2011.
“This is just the beginning,” Marbil said. “The PNP is thoroughly examining the evidence to ensure that we build a solid case against Quiboloy.’’
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