Filipino Fugitive Linked to Investment Scam Arrested and Deported Back to the Philippines
SCAMMER – A Filipino fugitive linked to an investment scam was deported from Indonesia and arrived in the Philippines on November 28, 2024.
The suspect, identified as “Pantollana,” was wanted for multiple charges of estafa and syndicated estafa, both serious crimes involving fraudulent schemes to deceive individuals. Pantollana’s deportation and subsequent arrest were the result of a joint operation between the Philippine National Police – Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG), Indonesian authorities, and INTERPOL.
Pantollana arrived at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) in Pasay City at 5:40 AM, after being deported from Indonesia. Upon his arrival, he underwent standard immigration procedures, after which CIDG personnel immediately executed 17 arrest warrants against him for various charges of estafa and syndicated estafa. These charges stem from his involvement in an investment scam that reportedly defrauded numerous individuals in the Philippines. Following his arrest, Pantollana was transported to the CIDG Headquarters in Camp Crame, Quezon City, where he was detained at the Anti-Organized Crime Unit (AOCU) facility.
The operation to apprehend Pantollana was carried out in coordination with Philippine, Indonesian, and INTERPOL law enforcement agencies. Pantollana was initially arrested on November 9, 2024, at Bali’s Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport, where he was attempting to board a flight to Hong Kong. This arrest occurred after an INTERPOL Red Notice was issued for his capture. The successful operation marked a significant achievement for international cooperation in the fight against organized crime.
CIDG chief Police Brigadier General Nicolas Torre III expressed satisfaction with the operation, noting that Pantollana’s deportation and arrest demonstrate the CIDG’s dedication to bringing fugitives to justice. He added that the operation would help protect the public from further criminal activities linked to the suspect. Pantollana’s case is now part of ongoing efforts to curb fraud and scams in the Philippines.
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