Manila: The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has announced the filing of criminal charges against former Bamban, Tarlac mayor Alice Guo and her family for falsification and violation of anti-dummy laws. These charges are linked to the acquisition of property and the establishment of businesses in Marilao, Bulacan.

According to Philippines News Agency, the NBI-Bulacan South District Office (BUSDO) has filed 30 counts of Simulation of Minimum Capital Stock under Section 2 of Commonwealth Act No. 108, also known as the Anti-Dummy Law. Additionally, there are four counts of falsification of public documents concerning applications for business, occupancy, and building permits.

The individuals charged include Alice Guo (also known as Guo Hua Ping), Mire Zhang (Shiela Leal Guo and Mier Zhang), Seimen Guo, and Lin Wen Yi. The NBI identified them as incorporators of multiple companies, such as QJJ Group of Companies Inc., QSeed Genetics Inc., QJJ Meat Shop Inc., QJJ Slaughter House Inc., QJJ Smelting Plant Inc., and QJJ Embroidery Center Inc., all registered at the same address on Maligaya Street, Barangay Patubig, Marilao, Bulacan.

The property in question was acquired by Alice Guo on October 5, 2010, for PHP2 million, covering an area of 4,636 square meters. Further investigations by the NBI-BUSDO revealed that Alice, Shiela, and Siemen falsely declared themselves as Filipinos in the Articles of Incorporation of these companies, holding the majority shares.

In addition, Guo Jian Zhong and Lin Wen Yi, identified as Guo’s alleged parents, were listed as co-incorporators in the companies. The NBI also stated that Alice Guo faces an additional six counts of falsification of public documents related to the deed of sale and the documentary stamp concerning the property ownership.