PNP links suspect in Anson Que killing to 2024 crime against Bamban mayor's finance officer

The Philippine National Police (PNP) linked one of the suspects in the killing of Filipino-Chinese businessman Anson Que and his driver, Armanie Pabillo, to a crime committed against an alleged finance officer of dismissed Bamban, Tarlac mayor Alice Guo in 2024.

During a press conference on Monday, PNP spokesperson Police Brigadier General Jean Fajardo presented six cases implicating David Tan Liao and his group.

On August 31, 2024, Liao allegedly attacked the finance officer inside her villa, covering her mouth, handcuffing her, and taking money, jewelry, and mobile phones before abducting her.

The victim was reportedly forced to sign blank deeds of sale, a promissory note for P10 million, and 15 blank checks, and suffered sexual abuse during captivity.

Que's body along with his driver were found on April 10 in Rodriguez, Rizal, despite the family making three ransom payments totaling P100 million.

The police are investigating a possible connection to Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGO) given that both Que and Guo have been linked to illegal POGO operations.