
Taguig City police have arrested a female customer service supervisor, identified as alias Joanne, who was ranked as the station’s No. 3 most wanted person.
The 33-year-old suspect faces 68 counts of qualified theft under Section 6 of Republic Act 10175, the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012.
Her arrest marks a significant breakthrough, showcasing the effectiveness of ongoing efforts to apprehend high-profile fugitives both within and beyond the city.
The operation took place at approximately 4 p.m. on 10 April on Concepcion Street, Muntinlupa City.
The arrest was carried out by personnel from the Warrant and Subpoena Section, led by P/Capt. Camilo N. Fajardo Jr., based on a Warrant of Arrest issued by Hon. Antonio Ray Abello Ortiguera, Acting Presiding Judge of Regional Trial Court Branch 148, Makati City.
The case is docketed under Criminal Case Number R-MKT-25-00545-00612-CR, with a recommended bail of P5,040,000.
The accused was informed of her constitutional rights in a language she fully understood and was subsequently handed over to the Warrant and Subpoena Section for further processing.
P/Col. Joey T. Goforth, Chief of Taguig City Police, emphasized the department’s commitment to combating all forms of criminality within the area, in line with the directive of PBGen. Joseph R. Arguelles, Acting District Director of the Southern Police District.
The arrest of this high-profile suspect involved in cyber-enabled qualified theft underscores the police station’s determination to pursue justice and uphold the rule of law, ensuring that criminals are held accountable while maintaining peace and order in the city and beyond.