A Filipino fugitive accused of involvement in an investment scam was deported from Indonesia and arrested upon arrival in the Philippines on Thursday morning, the Philippine National Police-Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (PNP-CIDG) confirmed.
Identified as “Pantollana,” the suspect faced multiple warrants of arrest for estafa and syndicated estafa. According to the CIDG, he arrived at Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 3 in Pasay City at 5:40 a.m. on November 28, 2024.
Immediately after completing standard immigration procedures, CIDG officers apprehended him based on 17 outstanding warrants of arrest. Pantollana was then transported to Camp Crame, Quezon City, and detained at the Anti-Organized Crime Unit facility.
CIDG chief Police Brigadier General Nicolas Torre III emphasized the significance of Pantollana’s capture. “This operation highlights our commitment to justice and public safety,” Torre said.
Pantollana was arrested in Indonesia on November 9 at Bali’s Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport while attempting to board a flight to Hong Kong. His capture followed a joint operation involving Philippine, Indonesian, and INTERPOL authorities under an INTERPOL Red Notice.
The CIDG described his deportation and subsequent arrest as a milestone in their efforts to combat organized crime and protect the public.
