PNP hunts ‘guerrilla-style’ scam hubs (opens original article in a new tab)

The Philippine National Police is tracking down scam hubs that have shifted to smaller, less visible networks to evade detection, following the shutdown of Philippine offshore gaming operators. PNP chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. said authorities are validating intelligence information and coordinating with other agencies to strengthen efforts against scam operations.

• PNP is tracking down scam hubs that have shifted to 'guerrilla-style' operations
• Scam hubs have dispersed into smaller and less visible networks to evade detection
• PNP is coordinating with other law enforcement agencies to strengthen surveillance and enforcement efforts against scam hubs
• Rep. Robert Ace Barbers identified areas where POGOs continue to operate