DAVAO CITY — The Department of Justice (DOJ), through the Bureau of Immigration (BI), has issued two Alertlist Orders against expelled Congressman Arnulfo A. Teves, Jr., the alleged mastermind in the killing of Negros Oriental Governor Roel Degamo.
Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla explained that the Alertlist Orders were issued to restrict Teves’ movement and facilitate his arrest through international cooperation.
Teves, who is facing multiple murder charges and has been declared a fugitive from justice in connection with his alleged involvement in the killing of former Negros Oriental Governor Roel Degamo.
“The DOJ assures that all individuals are held accountable for their actions, regardless of their position or influence,” said Remulla.
The Alertlist Orders were issued pursuant to a court warrant dated 5 September 2023 and an Interpol Blue Notice published on 19 February 2024, the Secretary noted.
These orders direct all BI officers to promptly report any information regarding Teves’ entry, exit, or attempted entry/exit to the Philippine National Police (PNP) or the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI).
Further, BI officers are instructed to refer Teves to the PNP or NBI whenever encountered at any port of entry.
The issuances, according to Secretary Remulla, reflect the DOJ’s commitment to cooperating with international law enforcement agencies to ensure Teves will face the legal consequences of his alleged actions.
“Teves cannot escape the long arm of the law,” the Secretary stressed.
On February 9, DOJ says it received an order from the Manila Regional Trial Court Branch 51 for the immediate cancellation of the passport of expelled congressman Arnolfo Teves, Jr., accused in the murder of Negros Oriental governor Roel Degamo and others.
