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32 POGO workers held in BI, NBI raid
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) arrested 32 foreign nationals involved in illegal Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) operations in Parañaque City on January 17.
The operation targeted an Aseana Enclave building known for illicit online gaming and scam activities, including love scams.
Among those apprehended were 20 Chinese, 11 Malaysians, and one Cambodian.
The BI conducted the raid in coordination with the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI).
The arrested individuals are in NBI custody undergoing deportation proceedings.
This crackdown is part of the bureau's efforts following the government's cancellation of all POGO licenses on December 15 and President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s announcement of a POGO ban in July.
BI Commissioner Atty. Joel Anthony Viado warned foreign nationals involved in illegal POGO operations, stating that more arrests and deportations are expected.
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