The House Quad Committee will continue its investigation into Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) until all angles are explored, according to lead chairperson Surigao del Norte Rep. Robert Ace Barbers. Barbers believes POGOs were part of a large syndicate involved in drug trafficking, human trafficking, and money laundering.
Filipinos may expect deeper levels of investigation from the House Quad Committee until all possible angles have been explored, lead chairperson and Surigao del Norte Rep. Robert Ace Barbers said on Sunday.
The Quad Committee had its last hearing on Friday, during which retired police colonel and former Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office general manager Royina Garma admitted that former President Duterte sanctioned a ‘Davao-like’ drug war with its corresponding reward system. “If this has been weighed out by the DOJ, I’m sure they will recommend it,” he said, adding that this option will also be discussed in writing in the committee report.
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