MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police Firearms and Explosives Office (PNP-FEO) said Friday that relatives or representatives of gaming tycoon Charlie “Atong” Ang may surrender his firearms to authorities following the revocation of their licenses, as Ang remains wanted on kidnapping charges linked to the disappearance of several cockfighting enthusiasts, locally known as sabungeros.
PNP-FEO Chief Brig. Gen. Jose Manalad said Ang’s immediate family members, relatives, or legal counsel may turn over the firearms on his behalf. He said they may coordinate with the nearest police station or with the appropriate Regional Civil Security Unit to facilitate the surrender.
Manalad confirmed that the PNP had already revoked Ang’s firearm licenses after criminal cases were filed against him, noting that individuals facing certain charges may lose their authority to possess firearms under existing regulations.
He said the PNP-FEO expects compliance with the revocation order and will carry out standard verification and documentation procedures once the firearms are surrendered, including recording serial numbers and assessing their condition. The firearms will then be placed under official police custody.
Manalad added that the PNP continues to monitor firearm holders nationwide whose licenses have been revoked and urged affected individuals to comply with surrender requirements.
Ang remains at large as authorities pursue the kidnapping case, which investigators have linked to the long-running cases of missing sabungeros. Police said further updates will be released as developments arise, including any firearms turned over to authorities.
