Police Nab Suspect in Quezon Teen Abuse Case
The Philippine National Police Anti-Cybercrime Group (PNP ACG) has successfully arrested a 39-year-old man involved in the sexual abuse of a 16-year-old student following an entrapment operation in Sariaya, Quezon on November 19, 2025.
During a press conference held on Friday, November 21, 2025, ACG Director Brigadier General Wilson Asueta revealed disturbing details about the case that began in September when the suspect first contacted the victim through her social media account.
How the Predator Operated
According to General Asueta, the suspect initially approached the minor through her social media profile and gradually built communication that eventually led to an in-person meeting. The predator offered the victim P200 to visit his residence, where the sexual abuse subsequently occurred.
"Without the knowledge of the victim, the suspect recorded the whole thing," Asueta disclosed, highlighting the additional violation of the teenager's privacy.
The case took a more alarming turn in the second week of November when the suspect attempted to exploit the victim again by sending the recorded video to one of her friends. He threatened to distribute the compromising material unless the girl returned to his house for further sexual encounters.
"He was forcing the girl to return to his house and to have sexual intercourse with him, threatening to spread her video if she refused. Because of this situation, we immediately conducted police action," Asueta explained.
Multiple Charges Filed Against Suspect
The PNP has prepared multiple charges against the arrested individual, including violations of:
- The Anti-Photo and Video Voyeurism Act of 2009
- Grave Coercion
- The Special Protection of Children Against Abuse, Exploitation and Discrimination Act
- The Anti-Online Sexual Abuse or Exploitation of Children Act
- The Anti-Child Sexual Abuse or Exploitation Materials Act
- The Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012
Urgent Warning to Parents and Guardians
General Asueta used the opportunity to issue a strong reminder to all parents and guardians about the critical importance of monitoring their children's social media activities. He emphasized that online predators are actively exploiting social media platforms to target vulnerable minors.
"We should not leave children to focus on the internet without checking what they are doing on online platforms. We need to teach them online safety measures and monitor their daily internet use. We also need to pay attention to the online activities of our youth," Asueta stressed.
The ACG director provided clear instructions for reporting similar incidents: "Most importantly, if such incidents happen, they should report immediately to the nearest police station or cybercrime response team of the ACG."
Authorities are encouraging parents to have open conversations with their children about online safety and to discourage sharing personal photos or engaging in inappropriate activities through digital platforms. The PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group maintains response teams throughout the Philippines to address such emergencies promptly.
