Handoyo Salman, an Indonesian fugitive linked to Central One PH, has been deported. He was one of 42 foreigners nabbed from a suspected POGO in Bagac, Bataan.
An Indonesian fugitive involved in the operations of a suspected Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) in Bagac, Bataan has been deported, the Bureau of Immigration announced on November 25, 2024.
The Indonesian, identified as Handoyo Salman, was allegedly wanted in connection with alleged scamming activities, money laundering, and online gambling. He was accused of orchestrating online scams that reportedly totaled 900 billion rupees, or roughly P3.3 billion. He has been transferred to Indonesian authorities.
Salman was also the team leader and operations of Central One Bataan.
According to the Bureau of Immigration (BI), as reported by GMA News, Salman was sent back to Indonesia on November 21, 2024. Salman was among 42 foreigners arrested during a raid on Central One PH, which operated as a business process outsourcing, but was accused of using this as a front for a POGO Hub.
According to a November 4 GMA News report, other foreigners arrested were Malaysians, Chinese, Thai, Pakistani, Bangladesh, Vietnamese, and Brazilians.
BI Commissioner Joel Anthony Viado said the rest of the foreigners are still undergoing deportation proceedings, clarifying that they have not been freed.
“All 41 foreign nationals are still registered in our system, with cases ongoing. Should they be found liable, they will also face deportation in accordance with Philippine law,” Viado said.
Authorities raided Central One PH on October 31, 2024. The company's legal team questioned the operation's legitimacy, claiming that some of their cameras were tampered during the operation.
Former PAOCC spokesman Winston Casio was also accused of slapping one of the company's employees during the raid. Casio has been relieved from the position, and has taken responsibility for the incident.
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