Relatives file murder charges against Ang
Relatives of missing sabungeros filed murder and serious illegal detention charges against gambling tycoon Charlie 'Atong' Ang on Friday, August 1.
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Department of Justice
Also known as DoJ
The Department of Justice (DOJ) in the Philippines focuses on various enforcement priorities, including denaturalizing individuals who obtained citizenship fraudulently and supporting child victims of violent crimes through a referral system with the DSWD. Additionally, the DOJ leads investigations into missing sabungero cases and collaborates with other agencies to search for remains in Taal Lake.
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Last updated at August 2, 2025.
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