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Violent Protests in Davao on August 25 Over Arrest of Preacher Linked to Duterte's Family

Aug 26, 2024, 09:18 AM

Violent protests erupted in Davao City, Philippines, on August 25, as police attempted to arrest Apollo Quiboloy, a fugitive preacher with connections to former President Rodrigo Duterte's family. The confrontation led to injuries, including six police officers, as Quiboloy's supporters occupied a section of the highway. Authorities used tear gas to disperse the crowd, resulting in more than a dozen arrests. The protests occurred outside the Kingdom of Jesus Christ compound. The Integrated Bar of the Philippines-Davao issued a statement regarding the police operation.