The city government of Marikina has shut down an alleged extortion scheme operating within City Hall, following the arrest of two administrative aides on Monday under the leadership of Marjorie Ann “Maan” Teodoro.
The suspects, a 38-year-old woman and a 59-year-old man, were apprehended in an entrapment operation conducted in Barangay Fortune. The operation was carried out by the local government in coordination with the Marikina police.
Authorities said the two were caught after reportedly receiving ₱5,000 in marked money from a businessman while inside a government-issued vehicle. The incident led officials to uncover an alleged extortion activity tied to transactions at City Hall.
They are now under police custody and are facing charges of robbery-extortion, coercion, and violation of Republic Act No. 3019, or the Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act.
The entrapment operation stemmed from a complaint filed by a local businessman regarding alleged unauthorized collection tied to permit concerns.
Acting swiftly on the report, the Marikina LGU coordinated with the Philippine National Police (PNP) to conduct an intelligence-driven entrapment operation, which led to the suspects’ arrest.
In a statement, Mayor Teodoro reiterated the local government’s stance against abuse of authority and its full commitment to accountability.
“Malinaw ang paninindigan natin: walang kakilala, walang palakasan,” Mayor Teodoro said.
“Sisiguraduhin ko na sinumang empleyado na lalabag ay haharap sa kaso, matatanggal sa serbisyo, at pananagutin sa batas,” she added.
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