The Philippine National Police (PNP) will provide security assistance to personnel and officials of the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) who have received threats. The Philippine National Police will respond to threats to PAOCC staff after PAOCC cracked down on illegal Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs), the Philippine News Agency reported.
A PNP spokesperson said they are coordinating with the PAOCC and advise anyone who has been threatened to speak out and prepare relevant documentation and appropriate charges.
The PNP also acknowledged that the former president believed some officials were involved in illegal POGO activities and assured that they would not tolerate corruption.
Meanwhile, a senator has urged suspended mayor Alice Guo to identify the "masterminds" of illegal POGOs at an upcoming Senate hearing. Guo was charged with human trafficking in connection with the POGO raid in Bam Bam. Another senator said POGO politics was common in the country and authorities should investigate further.
