Bamban Mayor Alice Guo Involved in POGO Investigation

Bamban Mayor Alice Guo, is embroiled in a court battle over her suspected participation in illicit offshore gaming activities in the Philippines.

A POGO raid in February 2023 raised questions about Guo’s ties to the business. Suspicion was heightened by irregularities in her past, including a late birth registration and unclear parentage.

Senator Risa Hontiveros has been especially critical, casting doubt on Guo’s citizenship and his involvement in espionage.

Financial data and the location of the raided POGO property near the municipal hall point to Guo’s involvement.

Guo maintains her innocence and refutes all allegations in the face of demands for suspension and a widening investigation.

The case highlights the challenges faced by POGOs, national security, and foreign political influence in the Philippines.

Original Story by: Asian Gaming Brief