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DOJ: Kidnapping with homicide charges filed against Atong Ang, 21 others
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has filed kidnapping with homicide and kidnapping and serious illegal detention charges against businessman Charlie "Atong" Ang and 21 others.
The charges stem from the disappearance of several sabungeros, or cockfight enthusiasts.
Formal charges were filed before regional trial courts (RTCs) in Lipa City, Sta. Cruz, Laguna, and San Pablo, Laguna on December 19, 2025.
Prosecutors found that sworn confessions from whistleblower Julie "Dondon" Patidongan and his brother established Ang's command responsibility and active inducement over the abductions.
Ang's camp has filed a motion for reconsideration with the DOJ.
The DOJ has dismissed complaints against actress Gretchen Barretto, former NCRPO chief retired Police General Jonnel Estomo, and Ang's relatives.
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