Kidnapped Australian man rescued in Philippines

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According to reports, the 29 year old informed his friend residing in Hong Kong that he was being held for a AED 109,000 ransom through WhatsApp.

The suspects were identified as four Chinese nationals who were caught with the victim in a house in Makati City, Metro Manila.

They are currently under the custody of the Philippine National Police as an investigation is underway.

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