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POGO hub in Pampanga caught in illegal activities including sex trafficking, kidnapping
Authorities resumed their search of the Lucky South 99 POGO hub in Porac, Pampanga, after securing a new search warrant to find more victims and suspects.
During recent raids, authorities recovered cash, jewelry, suspected illegal drugs, computers, cellphones, and alleged torture devices from the compound.
So far, 159 foreign nationals have been rescued from the 10-hectare compound, though some managed to escape.
The POGO hub has been linked to illegal activities, including sex trafficking and kidnapping, with authorities receiving videos depicting abuse.
Security remains tight at the POGO compound, with guards controlling access.
Lawmakers are considering banning POGOs in the Philippines due to their association with crimes like scam operations and human trafficking.
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