The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) disclosed intricate criminal networks connecting drug syndicates, online gaming operators, and corporate fraud. The revelation came during a presentation to the House Quad Committee, showing how these entities exploit legal loopholes for illicit activities.
The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) presented a matrix detailing the links between the illegal drugs and online gaming industries during a House Quad Committee meeting on November 27, 2024. The presentation revealed a complex network of criminal activities involving Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs), drug syndicates, and corporate fraud .
Deputy Director General Renato Gumban traced these activities back to a September 24, 2023, joint operation that seized 560 kilograms of shabu worth P3.6 billion
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