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Philippine authorities arrest more than 200 foreigners in illegal online gambling raids

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Philippine authorities arrested more than 200 foreign workers in raids on two facilities in Mindanao on Friday, reportedly. At one site, officers detained 110 Chinese nationals, two Cambodians and a Hong Kong resident. The operations targeted networks linked to illegal online gambling; the Philippines banned Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators in 2024.

The raids show authorities targeting illegal online gambling networks despite the Philippines’ POGO ban.

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Ganjam police arrest 52 in festive illegal gambling raids

Ganjam police arrested 52 people and seized Rs 1.45 lakh ($1,529) in cash and five mobile phones in late-night raids across six locations ahead of Kumar Purnima, citing Pragativadi. The operation follows 61 arrests on 20 October in raids on about 10 gambling dens, reported by OMMCOM News.

Ganjam police arrested 52 people and seized Rs 1.45 lakh ($1,529) in cash and five mobile phones in late-night raids across six locations, according to Pragativadi. The operation took place ahead of Kumar Purnima, a period when betting activity has traditionally risen in parts of the district. Police said further investigation is underway.

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