The Department of the Interior and Local Government has offered a P10-million reward for information leading to the arrest of businessman Charlie “Atong” Ang, whom it has tagged as the country’s No. 1 most wanted over the disappearance and alleged killing of more than 100 sabungeros.
Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla said Ang is facing non-bailable charges of kidnapping with homicide and serious illegal detention, following the issuance of arrest warrants by a Laguna court.
Authorities have also revoked the licenses of Ang’s firearms, declared him armed and dangerous, and are coordinating with the Bureau of Immigration and Interpol to prevent his possible escape.
The Department of Justice said it is confident Ang remains in the country and that the cases filed against him and his co-accused are strong enough to secure convictions.
Lawmakers, meanwhile, vowed to closely monitor the proceedings to ensure the cases do not collapse due to technicalities or weak evidence.
Source: PhilNews24 | January 16, 2026
