Prosecutors submit Anson Que kidnapping case; PNP seeks to withdraw Alvin as respondent

Government prosecutors have concluded their preliminary investigation into the kidnapping and murder of businessman Anson Que and his driver Armanie Pabillo, with the case now submitted for resolution on Thursday.

Despite a motion filed by the Philippine National Police (PNP) to withdraw Alvin Que's name as a respondent, he remains included in the complaint until the prosecutor panel resolves the motion.

Prosecutor General Richard Anthony Fadullon stated that once the PNP’s motion is resolved, it will be clear whether Alvin should remain or be excluded from the case.

Alvin's lawyer, Atty. Perlieto Campanilla, said they are no longer filing a counter-affidavit since the PNP has requested to withdraw his name from the complaint, but they await the panel’s resolution before taking further action.

Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla assured Anson Que's family that the DOJ will be 'very fair' in handling the case.