Marcos denies human rights violations during Quiboloy arrest

President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. denied accusations of overkill and human rights violations by the Philippine National Police (PNP) during their operation to arrest fugitive pastor Apollo Quiboloy in Davao City.

Marcos stated that deploying a large number of police officers was necessary for safety and security, considering the size of the compound and potential resistance from followers.

The President reiterated that all personnel were unarmed and denied claims of tear gas use or firearms deployment during the operation.

Marcos criticized Quiboloy for using his followers to block authorities and evade arrest despite ongoing legal cases against him both in the Philippines and the United States.

Senator Ronald Dela Rosa appealed to Marcos to consider the plight of KOJC members affected by what he claims is excessive use of force by PNP.