OPERATIVES of the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group (ACG) raided on Tuesday morning an office allegedly involved in an investment scam in Barangay San Roque, Antipolo City.
The ACG conducted the raid at around 8 a.m. by virtue of a warrant to search, seize, and examine computer data. Named in the warrant was alias Arthur, the office owner.
Seventy employees and a minor were found inside the office, the ACG said in a statement, adding the employees were not arrested.
The operation was conducted in coordination with the Securities and Exchange Commission, Rizal police provincial office, and the Antipolo City police station, the ACG said.
The ACG said the office had been under surveillance since last year following a report from an Australian national regarding an investment scheme victimizing foreigners.
“Currently, digital forensic examinations on their computers are still ongoing to gather digital evidence for violation of RA No. 8799 (Securities Regulation Code),” the ACG said.
“This successful operation is a testament to the PNP ACG’s commitment to protecting the public against online fraud and exploitation,” said ACG director Brig. Gen. Bernard Yang
“To those who engage in such illegal activities, let this operation be a strong warning to you: we will not stop until you are caught and brought to justice,” added Yang.
