DFA confirms abduction of Filipina in Sabah

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MANILA, Philippines- The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) confirmed Thursday the abduction of a Filipina and a Chinese tourist in a resort in Semporna, Malaysia.

“Our Embassy in Kuala Lumpur received reports about the abduction of a Filipina and a Chinese national by criminal elements at the Singamata Resort near Semporna, Sabah, Wednesday night at around 10:30 p.m.,” DFA spokesman Charles Jose said in a statement.

Jose said the Embassy Police Attaché immediately alerted Philippine police authorities in nearby areas for possible interdiction.

“Philippine authorities, especially PNP maritime units & anti-kidnapping operatives, are actively and closely coordinating with their Malaysian counterparts in exchanging information and in working towards the speedy resolution of d case,” Jose added.

He said that as of the moment, authorities cannot release the name of the Filipino victim until her next of kin has been notified.

“We join the authorities in the desire for a speedy resolution of the case and the safe return of the victims to their families,” he said.

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