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DILG shuts down POGO establishment for alleged human trafficking – CNN Philippines

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Metro Manila (CNN Philippines, September 17) — The Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) closed down a Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGO) establishment in Angeles City, Pampanga allegedly involved in human trafficking.

In a statement, the DILG said Lucky 99 Outsourcing Inc. located at Fil-Am Friendship Highway — where 43 “detained” Chinese nationals were rescued — was permanently closed on Saturday.

The department added that 40 others were rescued and it has sought assistance from the Bureau of to check their visas.

“We will make sure that all victims will be accorded due process as the immigration checks their documents and visas properly to avoid being victimized again,” Interior Secretary Benhur Abalos said.

The DILG, Philippine National Police, Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation, , and National Bureau of Investigation earlier said they are intensifying their efforts amid reports of kidnappings involving POGOs.

Abalos urged the public to report illegal activities in their areas to authorities

 

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