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DOJ may include witness linking Guo to 'godfather' of POGOs in protection program
A witness linking dismissed Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo to Lin Xuhan, also known as "boss of bosses" or "godfather" of illegal Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs), may be included in the Witness Protection Program (WPP).
Lin Xuhan, who was arrested last week, has denied all allegations against him.
Justice Undersecretary Nicholas Felix Ty stated that the witness's inclusion in the WPP depends on assessments by law enforcement and prosecutors.
The witness, a former associate of Lin, personally observed Guo, identified by her other name Guo Hua Ping or "Madam Wah," engaging in transactions with Lin.
The witness only realized the identity of "Madam Wah" as Alice Guo and the mayor of Bamban during Senate hearings.
DOJ believes the witness's revelations will bolster allegations against Guo, as evidence of her liability in the illegal POGO industry is already strong.
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Senator Risa Hontiveros announced that alleged POGO godfather Lyu Dong, arrested on October 10, will be invited to the final Senate hearing on Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators.
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Philippine authorities arrested Lyu Dong, identified as a "kingpin" or "godfather" of illegal Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs), in Biñan City, Laguna on Thursday night, October 10.
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Senator Risa Hontiveros stated that Lyu Dong, an alleged "kingpin" of POGO operations, could not have established his network without the assistance of government officials.
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President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. stated that more individuals are offering assistance in the ongoing investigations concerning dismissed Bamban, Tarlac mayor Alice Guo and illegal Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs).
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