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Former police official Rafael Dumlao, who was convicted in connection with the 2016 kidnapping and killing of South Korean businessman Jee Ick Joo, was arrested in Quezon City on Tuesday morning, Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla said.

In a press briefing, Remulla said operatives of the Philippine National Police (PNP) served a warrant of arrest against Dumlao at around 5 a.m. in a house in Pasong Tamo, Quezon City.

“Today, June 9, 2026, at around 5 o’clock a.m., operatives of the PNP successfully arrested Police Lieutenant Colonel Rafael Dumlao. He was arrested in a house in Pasong Tamo, Quezon City pursuant to a warrant of arrest issued by the court,” he said.

Dumlao was dismissed from service in 2018.

Dumlao was convicted in connection with the kidnapping, extortion, carnapping, and killing of Jee Ick Joo, a South Korean businessman who was abducted and slain inside Camp Crame in October 2016.

According to Remulla, a witness in the case testified that Jee Ick Joo was kidnapped and extorted for money.

When the victim failed to provide the demanded payment, he was allegedly strangled and his body was burned.

Remulla said that in September 2024, a lower court decision found Dumlao guilty, sentenced him to reclusion perpetua, and ordered his immediate arrest without bail.

On June 30, 2025, the Supreme Court denied Dumlao’s petition and other legal remedies, effectively affirming the conviction and exhausting all available judicial recourse, he added.

“This morning’s operation is a clear demonstration of the government’s commitment to enforce the law and implement court decisions,” Remulla said.

“The arrest sends a strong message that no one is above the law regardless of rank, position, or former authority,” he added.

Remulla also commended the PNP personnel who carried out the operation, saying the arrest showed the police organization’s commitment to accountability and reform.

“Even though Colonel Dumlao was one of their own, he was not put above the law,” he said.

Quezon City

Quezon City, located in the Philippines, was established in 1939 and served as the country’s capital from 1948 to 1976. It was named after President Manuel L. Quezon, who envisioned it as a new national capital to replace Manila. Today, it is the largest city in Metro Manila by population and area, known for its vibrant cultural scene, universities, and landmarks like the Quezon Memorial Circle.

Pasong Tamo

Pasong Tamo is a historic area in Makati City, Philippines, known for its role in the Philippine Revolution against Spanish colonial rule. It was named after a local hero or landmark and became a site of significant battles, including the Battle of Pasong Tamo in 1897. Today, it is a major business district, blending its revolutionary past with modern urban development.

Camp Crame

Camp Crame is a major military and police installation in Quezon City, Philippines, serving as the national headquarters of the Philippine National Police (PNP). It was originally established as a Philippine Constabulary base in 1935 and named after then-Constabulary Chief Rafael Crame. The camp gained historical significance in

Quezon City

Quezon City is the largest city in Metro Manila, Philippines, and served as the country’s capital from 1948 to 1976. Named after President Manuel L. Quezon, it was purpose-built to replace Manila as the capital and is home to key government offices, including the Batasang Pambansa (House of Representatives). Today, it is a bustling urban center known for its cultural landmarks, universities, and vibrant food scene.

Pasong Tamo

Pasong Tamo is a historic area in Makati, Philippines, named after a Katipunan revolutionary leader, Andres Tamo. During the Philippine Revolution against Spanish rule, it served as a battlefield and a key location for the Katipunan’s secret meetings. Today, it is a major business and commercial district, known for landmarks like the Pasong Tamo Extension and the nearby Ayala Triangle Gardens.

Camp Crame

Camp Crame is the headquarters of the Philippine National Police, located in Quezon City, Philippines. Originally established in the 1930s as a military camp for the Philippine Constabulary, it gained historical prominence in 1986 as the site of a pivotal mutiny during the EDSA People Power Revolution, which helped oust President Ferdinand Marcos. Today, it serves as a key symbol of law enforcement and democratic change in the country.

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