Sonza is currently detained at the Ligtas Covid Center Quarantine Facility of the Quezon City Jail in Payatas, Quezon City, the BJMP says
Bureau of Immigration spokesperson Dana Sandoval also confirmed Sonza’s arrest, and said the former broadcaster was intercepted at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 3 on July 18. Sonza was held by the BI after he presented himself for immigration inspection prior to his travel to Hong Kong, Sandoval explained.
Based on immigration records, Sonza was on the active watch list on account of a warrant of arrest for 11 counts of estafa. The warrant was signed by Judge Editha Miña-Aguba of Quezon City RTC Branch 100, according to the immigration spokesperson. Sonza’s case was then referred to the duty immigration supervisor. It was later confirmed that Sonza was the subject of the watch list order. He was later transferred to the NBI, which implemented the arrest, Sandoval added.
If found guilty, Sonza could face up to 20 years as maximum imprisonment for estafa. Meanwhile, for illegal recruitment, the former broadcaster could face imprisonment of up to 12 years as maximum penalty, and a fine of up to P500,000. After his stint on TV, Sonza became known for his pro-Duterte stance. His various remarks and social media posts were subject of some of the
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