The Daily Tribune
PNP jails 9 Koreans over online gambling
Nine Korean nationals were apprehended in Cebu City by the Philippine National Police (PNP) for alleged illegal detention and involvement in illegal online gambling operations.
The operation was initiated following a complaint from an employee who claimed illegal detention and non-payment of salary for two months.
Authorities confirmed that five of the arrested individuals are subjects of INTERPOL Red Notices, indicating they are wanted internationally.
Acting PNP Chief P/LtGen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. emphasized that the PNP is committed to enforcing the law equally to both locals and foreigners.
The arrests were based on warrants issued by the Regional Trial Court Branch 7 in Cebu City after validation of the initial complaint.
While some of the suspects were denied bail, others were granted bail amounting to P120,000 each.
A subsequent complaint was filed against the same individuals for alleged violations of the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012, related to their suspected online gambling activities.
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