On January 8, 2025, Rufa Mae Quinto, a well-known comedienne, voluntarily surrendered to the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) following a warrant of arrest issued by a Pasay court. Accompanied by her family, Quinto arrived at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 1 at around 5:00 AM, after arriving on a Philippine Airlines flight from San Francisco, California.

According to reports from GMA News Online, Quinto’s legal team coordinated with the NBI for her voluntary surrender, demonstrating a proactive approach in dealing with the charges against her. NBI-Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Chief Jimmy De Leon confirmed the surrender and further explained that Quinto underwent a medico-legal examination before being taken to the Pasay court.

The charges stem from Quinto’s involvement in endorsing Dermacare, a company facing legal issues due to its association with actress Neri Naig, who starred in the hit series Wais na Misis. Quinto, along with several other individuals, is facing 14 counts of violating Section 8 of the Securities Regulation Code. However, her legal counsel, Atty. Mary Louise Reyes, clarified that Quinto is not involved in any large-scale estafa complaint, and she remains confident that they will be able to address the charges in court.

Despite the legal challenges, Quinto’s camp maintains that the charges are not of a serious nature and that they are prepared to defend her. The comedienne, known for her comedic roles and television appearances, has not made a public statement regarding the case. Nevertheless, her supporters remain hopeful that the matter will be resolved in due time.

Further details about the ongoing case and the full extent of Quinto’s involvement in the controversy have yet to be disclosed. It is anticipated that more information will surface as the case progresses, but for now, Quinto’s legal team is focused on clearing her name in connection with the legal complications of Dermacare.

For those closely following the case, the situation remains fluid, and updates will continue to emerge as both sides prepare for the upcoming legal proceedings.

As of now, Quinto remains optimistic about her legal defense and is committed to addressing the charges in court. It is expected that her case will be resolved soon, though further developments may arise as the legal process continues.