More than a thousand cellular phones, and over a hundred computer units, cameras, and other equipment used in online operations were confiscated from a Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) complex in Bamban, Tarlac.

The follow-up operation was conducted by the Criminal Investigation Detection Unit-NCR, Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission, and other law enforcement agencies.

It was authorized by a cybercrime warrant and involved a thorough search of the compound for the items seized.

The raid came after an operation on March 13, 2024, which was prompted by reports of human trafficking and serious illegal detention. 

During that raid, hundreds of multinational employees were rescued.

The Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission has vowed to continue its efforts until all scammers hiding behind legitimate POGOs in the country are apprehended.

Authorities also found scripts used in scamming activities during the raid.

Despite possessing a license, the POGO complex was found to engage in illicit activities, which was a surprise to the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR).

“Nakita din natin ang mga scripts ng mga scamming activities. Yun po ang ikinagulat ng ating PAGCOR, sapagkat, meron pong lisensya itong Zun Yuan, sila po ay legal; pero nakakabigla dahil sa likod ng kanilang legal na papel sila din po ay gumagawa ng kanilang scamming activity," Winston Casio, spokesperson for the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission, said.