PNP forms teams to hunt Quiboloy protectors, Harry Roque

The Philippine National Police (PNP) has formed special teams, including top investigators, to track down individuals who allegedly sheltered Apollo Quiboloy, the leader of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ facing child abuse and trafficking cases.

These new police teams will also search for former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque, who is subject to a detention order from the House of Representatives.

Roque was cited for contempt again last week for failing to submit relevant documents to House panels probing illegal offshore gaming hubs and illegal drugs.

His former colleagues in the chamber consider him a "fugitive" after he refused to submit the documents unless the Supreme Court orders him to, though Roque rejects this label.

The PNP's investigation into Quiboloy's protectors aims to pursue those who obstructed justice and ensure a solid case through meticulous evidence analysis.

Key tasks for the team investigating Quiboloy's protectors include verifying social media posts and publications, authenticating digital evidence, gathering statements from involved PNP personnel, and collecting documentary evidence from other agencies.