Manila Bulletin
Metro Manila top cop, police's anti-cybercrime chief sacked over Manila POGO raid
Police Major General Sidney Hernia has been administratively relieved for 10 days as chief of the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) pending an investigation into the handling of a raid on a suspected Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) hub in Malate, Manila.
Police Major General Ronnie Francis Cariaga, head of the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group (ACG), has also been relieved for 10 days.
The relief orders are not punishments but are intended to ensure an impartial investigation into allegations of wrongdoings during the raid.
The raid occurred on October 29 at the Century Peak Tower, targeting Vertex Technology on the 23rd floor.
Complaints have been filed by the management of Century Peak Tower regarding the conduct of the police operation, including claims that officers proceeded to other floors.
Three ACG personnel were previously relieved for turning away CCTV cameras and being partially undressed within the facility during the raid.
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