On June 3, 2024, a Filipina contacted the Tanauan Component City Police Station to report the alleged abduction of her 38-year-old Chinese live-in partner by four fellow Chinese nationals.

Based on police investigation, the victim was seen walking towards his car after having dinner at a friend’s house in Sto. Tomas City, when he was allegedly kidnapped by the suspects.

He was reportedly on his way back to Tanauan City, Batangas.

It was the victim’s friend who informed his live-in partner about the alleged abduction.

"Kung titingnan natin ‘yung circumstances ho, 'yung biktima lang ho ang pakay nu’ng mga kumuha... based sa aming initial na findings, itong ating biktima ay dating nagta-trabaho sa POGO (Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator), engaged din po sila sa paglalaro ng online gambling sa casino," PLTCOL. Rodel Ban-o, Acting Chief, Sto. Tomas Component City Police Station, said.

Closed circuit television (CCTV) footage captured a black sports utility vehicle (SUV) speeding away from Sto. Tomas City, which is believed to be the vehicle used to transport the victim.

The police are conducting a follow-up investigation to identify those responsible for the kidnapping and hope to find the abducted individual safe.

"Kung may impormasyon kayo na makakatulong sa ating ginagawang investigation na ito, ay maaari ninyo pong ipagbigay alam o idulog sa istasyon ng pulis para mapagtulong-tulungan natin mahuli ang mga perpetrators," Ban-O said.