PNP investigates Quiboloy's alleged private army

The Philippine National Police (PNP) is investigating potential members of Pastor Apollo Quiboloy's alleged private army or 'angels of death', with some names provided to the Firearms and Explosives Office for verification.

Police Colonel Jean Fajardo stated that suspects are individuals who may be threatening those who disclose secrets about activities within the Kingdom of Jesus Christ building, taking orders from Quiboloy, and some have weapons based on records from the PNP's Firearms and Explosives Office.

The new batch of victims seeking police help revealed details about 'angels of death' warning young victims that they would face consequences if they broke the code of secrecy regarding alleged sexual crimes.

PNP Civil Security Group spokesperson Lt. Col. Eudisan Gultiano confirmed some individuals in the list have gun licenses, while others do not have records in the Firearms and Explosives Office.

Quiboloy's lawyer, Atty. Israelitio Torreon, denied the existence of a private army, emphasizing that Quiboloy has millions of 'private prayer warriors' instead.

The PNP is checking gun ownership among suspected members and plans to revoke their licenses if necessary, while also investigating possible involvement from Philippine Army reservists associated with Sonshine Media Network International (SMNI).

Quiboloy, currently detained at the PNP Custodial Center in Quezon City, faces arrest warrants for violating child protection laws and human trafficking, with additional charges filed against him in a US federal court.