Alice Guo claims death threats, seeks Abalos' protection amid probes

Dismissed Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo sought Interior Secretary Benhur Abalos' assistance due to alleged death threats, which her lawyer clarified were relayed through her family and associates.

Senator Sherwin Gatchalian expressed doubt regarding Guo's claim of receiving death threats, citing the "contradictory" nature of her departure and return, stating "I don't believe her claims that she has a death threat."

Despite skepticism from officials like Gatchalian and the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC), the government will investigate Guo's claim.

Abalos confirmed Guo expressed fear for her life and assured her of protection, while Guo herself confirmed Abalos' statement and expressed feeling safe upon her return.

Guo is facing multiple complaints, including human trafficking and money laundering before the Department of Justice (DOJ), a quo warranto petition, and a petition to cancel her birth certificate.

PAOCC officials previously expressed disbelief regarding Guo's claims, citing her family's alleged history of deceit and questioning who facilitated her escape.

A private plane was arranged for Guo's return to the Philippines, where she was met by Abalos and PNP Chief PGen. Rommel Marbil, and subsequently informed of the charges against her.

The Senate had previously investigated Guo's identity and her alleged connections to a POGO in Bamban.