Chinese national allegedly kidnapped rescued in Parañaque

A 26-year-old Chinese national was rescued in a condominium in Parañaque City after allegedly being kidnapped, the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) reported Sunday.

In a statement, the NCRPO said authorities conducted a rescue operation after they received a report through the PNP Hotline Facebook page.

The victim was found in a condominium unit in Barangay Don Galo on Saturday with four male and one female foreign suspects.

Initial investigation showed that the victim had allegedly been detained since December 9, with suspects demanding P1 million for his release. 

The victim said P500,000 had already been handed over.

The suspects were placed under police custody for proper investigation.

“This incident highlights how crucial prompt information is in preventing crimes from escalating,” NCRPO regional director Police Major General Anthony Aberin said.

“Once the report reached our units, our officers acted immediately, verified the situation on the ground, and ensured the safe recovery of the victim,” he added. —Mariel Celine Serquiña/KG, GMA Integrated News