A student of an international school in Taguig City has been rescued after being kidnapped last February 20, the Movement for Restoration of Peace and Order (MRPO) said Wednesday.
MRPO’s Ka Ken Chua said the victim was rescued on Tuesday evening and turned over to his family, according to a report of Allan Gatus on Dobol B TV.
The victim is reportedly suffering from trauma due to the kidnapping incident.
In a statement, the Philippine National Police (PNP) said the 14-year-old Chinese national was found abandoned along Macapagal Avenue in Parañaque City.
“The minor was safely recovered and immediately reunited with his father,” the PNP said.
“He was then brought to St. Luke’s Medical Center in Bonifacio Global City for a medical examination to ensure his well-being,” it added.
According to the PNP, no ransom was paid.
The PNP Anti-Kidnapping Group (AKG), in coordination with the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO), led the rescue operation.
Authorities are conducting further investigation to determine the circumstances of the case and identify the perpetrators.
“This rescue is a testament to our police force’s dedication to protecting all individuals within our borders. We will not allow criminal elements to instill fear in our communities,” PNP chief Police General Rommel Marbil said.
“We will continue to strengthen our intelligence-gathering and operational capabilities to prevent similar incidents. The safety of every resident—Filipino or foreign—is our top priority,” he added. —Joviland Rita/KG, GMA Integrated News
