NBI arrests Christopher Capitulo for extorting P2.6M from businessman

On Monday, the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) arrested Christopher and Maria Elena Capitulo in Dagat-Dagatan, Caloocan City for extorting over P2.6 million from a businessman.

The suspects claimed affiliation with the New People's Army and demanded annual payments since 2018 to ensure the complainant’s safety.

Upon investigation, the NBI traced the extortion demands to Christopher Capitulo who used his neighbor's bank account to receive payments. The neighbor cooperated with NBI-OTCD in a controlled follow-up operation that led to the arrest of both suspects.

During questioning, Christopher confessed and surrendered his phone and SIM card used for sending threats.

Both suspects are now undergoing inquest proceedings before Caloocan City prosecutors on charges including extortion, violation of the SIM Registration Act, financing of terrorism, and money laundering.

They are currently being held at an NBI detention facility in Muntinlupa City.

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