Arnolfo Teves Jr

Arnolfo Teves Jr., a former congressman from Negros Oriental, is facing multiple murder charges in the Philippines and has been designated as a terrorist by the Anti-Terrorism Council. He currently resides in Timor-Leste, where he sought asylum and was recently denied extradition by the country's Court of Appeal due to concerns over potential mistreatment if returned to the Philippines. The Philippine government, particularly Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla, is pushing for Teves' return to face justice, citing it as a straightforward legal matter and warning that Timor-Leste’s refusal may impact its ASEAN membership bid.

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Last updated at March 29, 2025.

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DFA criticizes Timor-Leste for refusing to extradite Teves

The Department of Foreign Affairs expressed disappointment over Timor-Leste's refusal to extradite former Negros Oriental representative Arnolfo Teves Jr., who is accused of masterminding the killings of a provincial governor and several others.
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Philippines warns Timor-Leste over Teves extradition

Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin C. Remulla warned on Tuesday, March 25 that Timor-Leste's application to join the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) could be jeopardized due to its refusal to extradite former congressman Arnolfo Teves Jr.
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Timor-Leste rejects PH extradition request for Teves

The Timor-Leste Court of Appeal has rejected the Philippines' extradition request for Arnolfo 'Arnie' Teves Jr., who faces murder and terrorism charges, disappointing the Department of Justice (DOJ).
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Justice Sec Remulla visits Timor-Leste for Teves extradition

Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla stated on Monday that fugitive former Negros Oriental Third District congressman Arnolfo Teves Jr., who faces multiple murder charges, remains in Timor-Leste due to ongoing legal appeals.
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Rep Teves Sr.'s death, Jr. faces extradition

Arnolfo Teves Sr., father of expelled Negros Oriental 3rd District Rep. Arnolfo Teves Jr., passed away at age 77 on Tuesday, December 24.
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Teves' lawyers file new extradition appeal in Timor-Leste

Former Negros Oriental Representative Arnolfo Teves Jr.'s legal team will file another appeal with the Timor-Leste Court of Appeal against his extradition to the Philippines.
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Timor-Leste grants Philippines' request to extradite ex-Rep Teves

Timor-Leste has granted the Philippines' request to extradite Arnolfo 'Arnie' Teves Jr., a former Negros Oriental Representative facing multiple murder charges, with the Timorese Court of Appeals reaffirming its decision for the second time on Thursday, December 5.
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DOJ to oppose bail for suspects in Teves murder case

The Department of Justice (DOJ) is set to oppose the petition for bail filed by co-accused in multiple murder cases involving former Negros Oriental congressman Arnolfo Teves Jr.
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Teves files COC for Negros Oriental governor, vowing to resume previous initiatives

Former Negros Oriental governor Pryde Henry Teves filed his certificate of candidacy (COC) on Friday for the position of governor in the May 2025 mid-term elections.
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Philippines, Timor-Leste discuss Teves extradition, POGO risks

Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla discussed with Timor-Leste President Jose Ramos Horta the possibility of corruption hindering the extradition of former Negros Oriental representative Arnolfo Teves Jr., during a courtesy visit on October 1.
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