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Elite Troops Arrest 14 in Manila Kidnap Gang Bust

9/12/2025

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Elite troops in Manila arrested 14 members of a kidnap gang, including government agents, targeting U.S. executives and wealthy ethnic Chinese Filipinos.
Vice President Joseph Estrada proposed the death penalty for kidnappers and encouraged the Chinese business community to report crimes.
Victims often hesitate to report kidnappings due to fears of police involvement.
Arrested financier Arturo Atayde claimed to have a list of military and police officials linked to the gang.
President Fidel Ramos directed intelligence units to combat kidnappings impacting foreign investment.

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Elite troops in Manila arrested 14 members of a kidnap gang, including government agents, targeting U.S. executives and wealthy ethnic Chinese Filipinos.
Vice President Joseph Estrada proposed the death penalty for kidnappers and encouraged the Chinese business community to report crimes.
Victims often hesitate to report kidnappings due to fears of police involvement.
Arrested financier Arturo Atayde claimed to have a list of military and police officials linked to the gang.
President Fidel Ramos directed intelligence units to combat kidnappings impacting foreign investment.