09/05/2025
TWO CHINESE NATIONALS ARRESTED FOR KIDNAPPING IN PNP’S SWIFT JOINT OPERATION
In line with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s directive to safeguard the rights and security of both Filipinos and foreign nationals, the Philippine National Police (PNP), through the joint efforts of the Anti-Kidnapping Group (AKG) and Police Regional Office 4A (PRO4A), successfully carried out a law enforcement operation that led to the arrest of Chinese nationals involved in a kidnapping incident in Nasugbu, Batangas.
The kidnapping involved three foreign nationals: two Chinese nationals and one Korean national. The abduction occurred in Barangay Balaytigue, Nasugbu, Batangas, in the early morning hours of May 2, 2025. The victims, who were initially held captive, were released the next day after ransom negotiations. Surveillance footage and witness accounts suggested inside involvement, which became a key lead in the ongoing investigation.
In a follow-up operation, on May 4, 2025, operatives from the Anti-Kidnapping Group, together with personnel of Police Regional Office 4A, arrested two suspects – identified as HUANG YUZE, 27 years old, male, Chinese national and ZHAO LI SHAN, 29 years old, male, also a Chinese national– at a police checkpoint in Bacoor, Cavite. The suspects attempted to evade arrest by fleeing towards a nearby residential area when flagged down, but authorities pursued them and successfully apprehended them after a brief chase.
Upon arrest, HUANG YUZE and ZHAO LI SHAN were found in possession of fi****ms, ammunition, and items directly linked to the kidnapping incident. Among the items recovered were a .45 caliber pistol and a 9mm handgun, along with several rounds of ammunition, which were seized during the operation. These fi****ms are now part of the ongoing investigation and will be used as evidence in the case.
On May 6, 2025, the arrested suspects who are facing charges of kidnapping, illegal possession of fi****ms, and other related offenses, were presented before the Department of Justice for Inquest proceedings. Immigration-related charges are also being prepared in coordination with the Bureau of Immigration.
Chief PNP, Police General Rommel Francisco D. Marbil, commended the operatives for their prompt and efficient response, stating:
“This swift and coordinated response demonstrates our unwavering commitment to protect everyone within our borders—Filipinos and foreign nationals alike. Let this be a clear warning to criminal syndicates: the Philippines will never be a haven for transnational crime. We will respond with resolve, and we will hold all offenders accountable.”
The PNP reiterates its firm resolve to pursue all individuals and groups involved in transnational crimes and assures the public of its continued commitment to maintain peace and security across the country.
