Arrested armed Chinese PLA members?
Police are investigating whether they are members of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army – Navy after a Chinese flag was discovered at the scene.
Two Chinese nationals, both former Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) operators, were arrested after police found high-powered firearms during a raid in Barangay Valenzuela recently.
The Makati City Police served a search warrant around 6:30 p.m., recovering three high-caliber firearms from the suspects. Authorities have withheld their names pending investigation.
Acting Southern Police District Director Brig. Gen. Randy Arceo said on Saturday that the suspects have been living in the Philippines for an extended period.
Police are investigating whether they are members of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA)–Navy after a Chinese flag was discovered at the scene.
The suspects will be charged with violating Republic Act 10591, the Comprehensive Firearms and Ammunition Regulation Act.