FBI Pursues Teresita Dandan in Trafficking Case
The Anti-Trafficking Bureau has confirmed the wanted status of 64-year-old Teresita Dandan.
Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Sex Crimes
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The Anti-Trafficking Bureau is seeking information on Teresita Dandan, who faces federal charges for her alleged role in a human trafficking operation. The 64-year-old suspect is accused of conspiracy to engage in sex trafficking and trafficking of minors.
Why it matters
The case is linked to an international effort to dismantle a trafficking network where recruits were allegedly brought to the United States on fraudulent visas. This pursuit runs concurrently with the ongoing imprisonment of Apollo Quiboloy in Pasig City Jail as he awaits extradition.
Teresita Dandan faces federal charges of sex trafficking of children and conspiracy to engage in sex trafficking by force and coercion. Meanwhile, Apollo Quiboloy remains detained in Pasig City Jail pending his extradition to the United States.
The players
Teresita Dandan
A 64-year-old individual currently wanted by the FBI on federal charges of conspiracy to engage in sex trafficking and child sex trafficking.
Apollo Quiboloy
An individual currently held at Pasig City Jail who is facing legal proceedings regarding his potential extradition to the United States.
FBI
The federal agency responsible for investigating the trafficking allegations and maintaining the national tip line for related information.
The details
Allegations state that church members were coerced into soliciting for a charity after entering the U.S. under false pretenses. The FBI is coordinating the investigation and has established a toll-free tip line at 1-800-225-5324.
Timeline
October 27, 2026: Anti-Trafficking Bureau issued a reminder of Dandan's wanted status.
Legal Context
This pursuit follows a pattern set by the prosecution of Apollo Quiboloy by targeting associated figures in the same international trafficking network. The investigation highlights the complexity of cross-border human trafficking cases and the coordination required between U.S. and international authorities.
The Anti-Trafficking Bureau is urging the public to provide any information regarding the whereabouts of Teresita Dandan. Tips can be submitted by calling 1-800-225-5324 to assist federal authorities in the ongoing investigation.
The takeaway
Human trafficking investigations often require extensive international cooperation to track suspects across borders. Members of the public are encouraged to use official federal channels when providing information about wanted individuals.
Further reading
For more information on ongoing investigations into major criminal cases, visit the Sex Crimes section.
More information
To report information to the authorities, use the FBI online tip submission portal.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Manila times.
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