A special composite team tasked to build a case against individuals who allegedly protected and shielded Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) founder, Pastor Apollo Quiboloy, has been formed, the Philippine National Police (PNP) said.

PNP chief, General Rommel Francisco Marbil, said Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) Director, Major General Leo Francisco, created the team composed of the CIDG and Anti-Cybercrime Group (ACG).

"We have mobilized a dedicated investigation team to pursue those who sheltered Quiboloy and obstructed justice. The PNP is fully committed to bringing these individuals to account and ensuring they face the full force of the law," Marbil said.

The special investigation team include top investigators from the CIDG Major Crimes Investigation Unit, Legal Division, and ACG representatives.

Among the tasks of the team are collating and verifying social media posts, publications, and other relevant information about Quiboloy; validating and authenticating these materials through the ACG; gathering statements and affidavits from PNP personnel involved in carrying out the warrant against Quiboloy; securing testimonies from victims and complainants, and collecting documentary evidence from other agencies that may strengthen the case, among others.

“The team will coordinate closely with the Police Regional Office 11 and conduct a continuous, thorough investigation to ensure a solid case. This will involve meticulous analysis of digital evidence, testimonials, and documents. We will leave no stone unturned to bring justice to those who have enabled Quiboloy's evasion," Marbil said.

Marbil said the team that targets Quiboloy’s alleged protectors aims to ensure that justice will be served.

Quiboloy and his four co-accused surrendered to the Intelligence Service of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (ISAFP) on September 8, 2024.

The search for Quiboloy began on August 24, 2024 with up to 2,000 policemen deployed to serve a warrant at the KOJC compound.

Atty. Israelito Torreon, chief legal counsel of KOJC, said earlier that Quiboloy decided to surrender because he did not want to see his followers suffer and the KOJC properties destroyed.

However, police and the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) maintained that Quiboloy was arrested and was cornered at the Bible school, one of the buildings inside the KOJC compound.

Quiboloy is facing charges under Section 5(b) and  Section 10(a) of Republic Act 7610 or the Special Protection of Children Against Abuse, Exploitation, and Discrimination Act, as well as a non-bailable qualified human trafficking charge under Section 4(a) of Republic Act No. 9208, as amended.