The Philippine National Police – Anti-Kidnapping Group (PNP AKG) successfully arrested its No. 9 Most Wanted Person for the crime of Kidnapping early dawn of March 6, 2026 in Imus, Cavite.

The arrested suspect was identified as Richard Llanes Perol, 27 years old, single, and a resident of Trece Martires, Cavite. The operation was conducted through the joint efforts of personnel from the Luzon Field Unit and Cavite City Police Station by virtue of three Warrants of Arrest (WOA) issued by the Regional Trial Courts, Branch 153 and 163 Taguig City under Criminal Case Nos. 10204 and 1020, for the crime of Kidnapping for Ransom with Homicide under Art. 267, in relation to Art. 249 of the Revised Penal Code (RPC), as amended, and Kidnapping for Ransom and Serious Illegal Detention with Serious Physical Injuries under Art. 267 of the RPC as amended, both with no bail recommended. Further, a WOA was also served to the suspect for the crime of Qualified Theft under Art. 310 of the RPC with Criminal Case No. R-PSY-25-00397-CR, and R-PSY-25-00398-CR issued by Hon. Ronald August L Tan, Presiding Judge, Regional Trial Court, Branch 297, Pasay City.

As a background, the arrested suspect was responsible for the kidnapping of a minor student and his driver on February 20, 2025 wherein the driver was later found dead in Bulacan. The arrested individual is currently in the custody of PNP AKG pending the return of WOA to the issuing court.

In a statement, PNP AKG Director emphasized that the successful arrest demonstrates the relentless efforts of the Group in pursuing individuals involved in heinous crimes and the unwavering determination of its personnel.

“I commend our men involved with this significant arrest of a most wanted person. This accomplishment reminds us of our unwavering dedication and commitment to uphold public safety and pursue justice. At the same time, this serves as a strong warning to criminals: you cannot hide from the law forever. The PNP will relentlessly pursue those who threaten public safety until they are brought to justice,” said, PBGEN GLICERIO C CANSILAO, Director, AKG.