Police urge KOJC victims to file rape complaints

Police authorities in Davao City are urging more victims of disgraced preacher Apollo Quiboloy to file complaints following reports from several women, including five underage female members of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) who have accused him of rape.

Colonel Hansel Marantan, acting director of the Davao City Police Office (DCPO), confirmed that some victims have already provided statements detailing their alleged abuse by Quiboloy and other church leaders.

Marantan emphasized that police will file cases based on these testimonies and encouraged others to come forward for justice, stating he personally interviewed two girls in person while the other three were interviewed through video calls.

Lieutenant Colonel Jerick Filisofo of the Davao Police Regional Office 11 (PRO11) revealed that rescued victims, including minors and young women, have also given statements to the police.

Women's rights leader Mae Fe Templa is now calling for more survivors to come forward and sue him, suggesting creating a hotline where victims can report abuse without fear.

To ensure their safety, Marantan said the DCPO plans to transfer the underage victims to a safe house in Manila as they fear remaining in Davao City.