Metro Manila's No. 2 most wanted nabbed

MANILA, Philippines — The second most wanted person in Metro Manila was apprehended in Barangay Upper Bicutan, Taguig on Tuesday.

Jomar Salik, 21, was arrested based on a warrant for murder issued by the Taguig Regional Trial Court Branch 266, city police chief Col. Byron Allatog said.

No bail was recommended for Salik’s temporary liberty.

Salik is said to be a member of a car theft ring operating in Metro Manila.

Prior to the arrest, police said intelligence operatives had been tracking Salik’s whereabouts through surveillance and background verification.

The suspect is being held at the Taguig police station.