PNP verifying reports of Atong Ang fleeing PH

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Tuesday said it was verifying reports that gambling tycoon Charlie “Atong” Ang, the alleged mastermind behind the disappearance of at least 34 cockfighting aficionados (sabungeros), had fled the country.

“The last known place he had gone to—of course, that was a long time ago—was still here ...