A recent video has surfaced showing members of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) allegedly throwing rocks and splashing plastic bags filled with urine at police officers. The incident occurred during a tense standoff at the KOJC compound, where law enforcement had come to serve a warrant for the arrest of Pastor Apollo Quiboloy, the group’s leader, who faces multiple charges including human trafficking, sexual abuse, and money laundering.
The conflict between the KOJC members and the police escalated as officers attempted to enter the compound. Quiboloy, who has been elusive in responding to the serious allegations against him, is believed to be hiding inside the compound. Despite repeated summonses to appear in court and testify before the Senate, Quiboloy has remained out of public view. His close ties to former President Rodrigo Duterte and Senator Bong Go have fueled speculation about his ability to evade legal accountability.
The situation reached a boiling point when law enforcement, acting on a newly issued arrest warrant, moved to apprehend Quiboloy. His followers, fiercely loyal and protective of their leader, reportedly resorted to violence in an attempt to prevent the police from carrying out their duties. The video that has since gone viral captures KOJC members throwing rocks and hurling plastic bags containing what is believed to be human urine at the officers.
The confrontation between the police and the KOJC members has not only resulted in physical altercations but also claimed lives. Reports indicate that some individuals have died as a result of the clashes, highlighting the gravity of the situation. The incident underscores the growing tensions between law enforcement and the religious group, as Quiboloy continues to avoid arrest.
Disturbing scenes from the KOJC protest:
— Informed PH (@informedph2) August 26, 2024
Protesters hurling rocks and what appears to be urine or human excrement at police officers simply doing their duty.
This behavior is not just wrong—it’s disgraceful. Our law enforcers deserve respect, not this! pic.twitter.com/se0VgF27hh
Authorities are under increasing pressure to bring Quiboloy to justice, but his followers’ resistance presents significant challenges. The violent standoff at the KOJC compound reflects the intense loyalty of Quiboloy’s supporters, who are willing to go to extreme lengths to protect their leader. As the situation unfolds, the police are faced with the difficult task of upholding the law while managing the volatile situation at the KOJC compound.