Around 200 individuals found in suspected scam operations in Zamboanga Sibugay
Philippine authorities raided suspected scam operations in Zamboanga Sibugay, detaining approximately 200 Chinese citizens. Officials seized thousands of electronic devices and are investigating potential human trafficking and illegal labor activities.
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Highlights ongoing efforts to combat illegal POGO-style operations and human trafficking in the Philippines.
MANILA, Philippines - Around 200 individuals, identified as Chinese citizens, were found during simultaneous raids on suspected scam operations in two towns of Zamboanga Sibugay early Friday, with authorities seizing about 2,000 mobile phones and several computers and laptops.The operations in Alicia and Siay were led by the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) and Bureau of Immigration (BI), with security support from the Philippine Army's 102nd Infantry Brigade under Joint Task Force Zampelan.The raids followed sustained intelligence gathering by the NBI and BI into suspected POGO-like activities in the area, according to the Army's 1st Infantry Division.Maj.
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