Pangasinan. INQUIRER FILES
MANILA, Philippines — A 33-year-old man was arrested in Pangasinan last May 2 after he reportedly blackmailed and publicized nude photos of his former girlfriend, police said on Thursday.
In a report, the Anti-Cybercrime Group (ACG) of the Philippine National Police identified the suspect with the alias “Rodolf.” Authorities collared him during an entrapment operation in Barangay Carmen East, Rosales.
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ACG said the operation stemmed from a report from the victim, whom they opted not to name.
The suspect is currently under police custody and was charged with violating Article 286 (Grave Coercion) of the Revised Penal Code and Republic Act (RA) 9995 (Anti-Photo and Video Voyeurism Act of 2009), both in relation to Section 6 of RA 10175 (Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012).
In line with this, the ACG reminds the public that those who violate privacy laws will face serious legal repercussions.
“PNP ACG reminds everyone that respect for privacy is paramount. Intimate photos capturing private moments should be treated with the utmost discretion and kept in strict confidence,” ACG director Brig. Gen. Ronnie Cariaga said.
“Posting or sharing them without the owner’s explicit consent is a breach of privacy and has serious legal repercussions,” he added.