DOJ delays passport cancellation for dismissed mayor Alice Guo due to legal concerns

The Office of the President requested on Tuesday for the cancellation of the passports of dismissed Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo, her siblings Wesley and Sheila Guo, and businesswoman Katherine Cassandra Li Ong.

Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin cited Republic Act No. 11983 to direct DFA Secretary Enrique Manalo to cancel their passports with DOJ assistance in the process.

However, on Thursday, DOJ Secretary Boying Remulla said that the cancellation of Guo's passport would be delayed due to legal concerns and potential complications.

DOJ undersecretary Nicholas Ty agreed with Remulla, emphasizing the need for a practical approach to ensure the speedy deportation of Guo's sister Shiela and alleged companion Cassandra Li Ong.

The PAOCC reported on Thursday that Alice Guo and her brother Wesley were still in Batam, Indonesia, citing information from its counterparts.