Man arrested for selling SIM-based text blaster

A man was arrested on March 27 for selling a SIM-based text blaster device he allegedly bought from a former security guard of a Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO).

The suspect, identified as a 49-year-old individual, was apprehended in Paco, Manila during an entrapment operation and charged under the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012 and Radio Control Act.

Police confiscated one SIM-based GSM blaster along with other equipment including a SIM box unit and an 8-port device from the suspect.

Lt. Wallen Arancillo of the PNP-ACG stated that each SIM card slot on the device can send thousands of messages, often used in text scamming activities.

The suspect claimed to have purchased the device for PHP 5,000 from a security guard who took it when his POGO establishment closed.

Further investigations are ongoing as authorities continue to probe into the case.