Philippine Preacher Apollo Quiboloy Arrested on Trafficking Charges

Apollo Quiboloy, a self-proclaimed 'son of God' and founder of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ church, surrendered to Philippine authorities after a two-week manhunt related to serious charges including sex trafficking and child abuse. Quiboloy and four associates surrendered at their religious compound in Davao city following a police ultimatum. He is wanted in the U.S. for trafficking girls and women aged 12 to 25 and for various other criminal offenses, including conspiracy and money laundering. The Philippine Senate has also issued an arrest order for him for failing to attend hearings on the allegations against him. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. urged Quiboloy to surrender and promised fair treatment. Quiboloy and his legal team have denied the charges, claiming they are fabricated by former members of his group.