NAKU! MALAPIT NANG MA CORNER SI ATTY. HARRY ROQUE!

Summary

The Philippine House of Representatives' Quad Committee conducts a public hearing in Pampanga, investigating the connection between illegal drug trade and POGOs (Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators). The inquiry involves former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque, accused of involvement in human trafficking related to Lucky South 99. Evidence of kidnapping victims and torture devices were found during a raid, with cases filed against the perpetrators. The hearing also addresses the broader issue of foreign influence and corruption within the government and society.

Takeaways

• 🏛️ The Philippine House of Representatives conducted a public hearing in Bacolor, Pampanga, involving multiple committees focusing on issues related to dangerous drugs, public order, and safety, as well as human rights and public accounts.
• 📜 The hearing specifically addressed the alleged involvement of former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque in illegal activities related to the operation known as Lucky South 99, which is suspected of qualified trafficking in persons.
• 🔍 The investigation is claimed to be evidence-driven and not politically motivated, with the PAO spokesperson, Winston Casio, emphasizing that the charges are based on specific actions linking Roque to the company's illegal activities.
• 📊 The hearing revealed that a criminal network is suspected of operating within the country, using drug money to corrupt government officials and acquire properties for illicit businesses such as POGOs (Philippine Offshore Gaming Operations).
• 👥 Four Chinese nationals were rescued during a raid on Lucky South 99, with two of them becoming complainants in a labor trafficking case filed against the operation.
• 🔧 During the raid, authorities found and inventoried a significant number of digital devices, torture devices, and other paraphernalia indicative of illegal activities.
• 👮‍♂️ No arrests were made during the service of the search warrant, but subsequent immigration inquests identified individuals who may be charged in relation to the trafficking case.
• 📋 The resource speaker clarified that the charges against Roque are not for his role as a lawyer but for his alleged direct involvement in the company's illegal activities.
• 🗣️ The hearing also touched on the broader issue of foreign influence and control over local corporations and government officials, with allegations of bribery and the infiltration of different parts of the government.
• 🌍 The opening statement by a committee member suggested a connection between the activities of the previous administration and the current issues of foreign occupation and corruption within the country.
• 🚨 The direction of the investigation by Attorney Harry Roque was criticized, with allegations of overreaching and potential bias, as the focus shifts to the impact on the victims and the pursuit of justice.

Q & A

What is the purpose of the Quad committee hearing in Pampanga?

The Quad committee hearing in Pampanga is for a joint inquiry into the connection between illegal drug trade and certain individuals, including those linked to POGOs (Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators).

What is the role of Attorney Harry Roque in the investigation?

Attorney Harry Roque is being investigated for his alleged involvement in qualified trafficking related to Lucky South 99 operations, and there are claims that he is being targeted due to his political affiliations.

What is the allegation against Lucky South 99?

Lucky South 99 is alleged to be involved in qualified trafficking in persons, with evidence suggesting illegal activities such as kidnapping and torture.

What evidence was found during the raid of Lucky South 99?

During the raid, authorities rescued four kidnapped Chinese nationals, inventoried numerous digital devices, and found torture devices like electric tasers and baseball bats.

What is the connection between the investigation and the Philippine government?

The investigation is looking into the possibility of foreign influence and corruption within the government, including the bribery of officials and the acquisition of properties for illegal activities.

Who are the individuals that have been charged in relation to the Lucky South 99 case?

Two Chinese nationals have been charged with violations of the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Law, specifically for qualified trafficking in persons.

What is the significance of the show cause order issued by the committee?

The show cause order is issued to individuals who are suspected of being involved in the illegal activities. If they fail to appear or justify their actions, they may be arrested or added to a wanted list.

What is the role of the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission in this matter?

The Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission is involved in the investigation and is responsible for pursuing cases based on the evidence gathered against individuals like Harry Roque.

How does the investigation relate to national security concerns?

The investigation is tied to concerns about foreign influence and occupation of Philippine land, with evidence suggesting that foreign entities are using various means to infiltrate and control different aspects of society.

What is the current status of the case against Harry Roque?

The case against Harry Roque is ongoing, with the PAOOC spokesperson stating that they have sufficient evidence to file charges against him for his alleged involvement in illegal activities.

Outlines

00:00

🏛️ Philippine Government Hearings on POGO and Human Trafficking

The Philippine government's Quad Committee held a public hearing in Pampanga to investigate the alleged involvement of former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque in human trafficking related to the POGO (Philippine Offshore Gaming Operations) industry. The hearing involved testimonies and evidence regarding the trafficking of individuals, including Chinese nationals, who were allegedly used for illegal activities. The Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission has gathered sufficient evidence to file charges against Roque, focusing on his actions rather than his role as a lawyer. The hearing aims to address the issue of foreign influence in the country, including land ownership and corruption within the government.

05:00

📜 Investigation into Foreign Interference and Land Occupation

The second paragraph discusses the opening statement of a government official, Ano Fernandez, who alleges that foreign entities, particularly from China, are using various means to colonize the Philippines. Evidence suggests that these entities are involved in land ownership, local corporations, and government infiltration, including bribery. The statement also accuses the previous administration of being complicit in these activities. The government's response includes a joint public hearing to address these concerns and the alleged involvement of a criminal network operating within the country.

10:00

🚨 Raid on Lucky South 99 and Rescue of Kidnapped Victims

This paragraph details the results of a raid on Lucky South 99, which is suspected of being involved in human trafficking and other illegal activities. The raid, conducted by the CIDG and PAO, rescued four Chinese nationals who were victims of kidnapping. The victims have since become complainants in a labor trafficking case filed against Lucky South 99. The search also yielded a large number of digital devices, torture devices, and other evidence. No arrests were made during the raid, but two individuals have been charged with trafficking in persons law violations.

15:01

📝 Legal Clarifications and Updates on the Investigation

The final paragraph provides updates on the ongoing investigation and legal proceedings related to the case. It includes a discussion on the legal definition of qualified human trafficking and the involvement of various personalities in the case. The Department of Justice is also involved in providing clarification on the legal aspects of the case. Additionally, the paragraph includes unrelated advertisements for a fitness gym, car rental services, and health products, which seem to be out of context with the main investigation topic.

Keywords

💡Quad committee

The 'Quad committee' refers to a group of four committees from the Philippine House of Representatives that have joined forces to investigate specific issues. In the video, they are conducting a public hearing in Pampanga, focusing on matters of dangerous drugs, public order and safety, human rights, and public accounts. The term is used to describe the investigative body that is central to the video's theme of uncovering and addressing illegal activities.

💡Public hearing

A 'public hearing' is an official meeting where the public is invited to listen to and participate in the discussion of certain issues. In the context of the video, the public hearing is being held by the Quad committee to gather information and testimonies related to the investigation of illegal activities, particularly in connection with the POGO (Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators) industry.

💡POGO (Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators)

POGO refers to companies licensed to operate online gaming in the Philippines. The term is significant in the video as it is associated with the investigation of illegal activities, including human trafficking and corruption. The script mentions a 'Pogo hub' in Pampanga, indicating the location where some of the alleged illegal activities took place.

💡Human trafficking

Human trafficking is a grave crime involving the illegal trade of people for exploitation or forced labor. The video discusses a case of 'qualified human trafficking' involving the company Lucky South 99, where Chinese nationals were allegedly kidnapped and subjected to labor trafficking. This term is central to the video's narrative of uncovering criminal activities.

💡Qualified human trafficking

While the term 'qualified human trafficking' is not a standard legal term, it seems to refer to a specific type of human trafficking that may involve additional elements such as kidnapping or torture. In the video, it is mentioned in the context of a case against Lucky South 99, where victims were rescued and evidence of torture devices was found.

💡Show cause order

A 'show cause order' is a legal directive that requires a person to appear in court and provide reasons why a particular action should not be taken against them. In the video, the Quad committee issues a show cause order against individuals linked to the POGO industry, including a former aide of Harry Roque, indicating the seriousness of the allegations against them.

💡Lucky South 99

Lucky South 99 appears to be the name of a company or operation that is under investigation in the video. It is associated with allegations of human trafficking, and the script describes a raid where victims were rescued and evidence of illegal activities was collected.

💡Attorney Harry Roque

Harry Roque is a lawyer and former presidential spokesperson in the Philippines. In the video, he is implicated in the investigation due to his alleged involvement with Lucky South 99 and the illegal activities associated with it. His name is used to highlight the high-profile nature of the individuals involved in the case.

💡PAO (Public Attorney's Office)

The Public Attorney's Office is a government agency in the Philippines that provides legal aid to the public. In the video, the PAO is involved in the investigation, with its spokesperson, Winston Casio, stating that they have sufficient evidence to file charges against Harry Roque for his alleged involvement in human trafficking.

💡Criminal network

A 'criminal network' refers to a group of individuals or organizations working together to engage in illegal activities. In the context of the video, the term is used to describe the alleged operation within the country that uses drug money to corrupt government officials and acquire properties for illegal purposes, such as establishing front businesses like POGOs.

💡Immigration inquest

An 'immigration inquest' is a formal inquiry conducted by immigration authorities, often to determine the legal status of individuals. In the video, an immigration inquest is mentioned in relation to the kidnapped victims identified during the raid on Lucky South 99, indicating the involvement of immigration authorities in the investigation.

Highlights

Public hearing of the House Quad Committee on Dangerous Drugs, Public Order and Safety, and Human Rights held in Bacolor, Pampanga.

Involvement of POGO (Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators) in the hearing, with a focus on the connection between illegal activities and these operations.

Attorney Harry Roque's alleged involvement in qualified trafficking related to Lucky South 99 operations is under investigation.

PAO spokesperson Winston Casio claims to have sufficient evidence to file charges against Harry Roque.

Casio emphasizes that the investigation is driven by evidence, not political motivations.

The charges against Roque are related to specific actions connecting him to the company's illegal activities, not his role as a lawyer.

House lawmakers decided to bring the investigation to Bacolor, Pampanga, due to the town's history and resiliency.

Allegations of a criminal network operating within the country, using drug money to corrupt government officials and acquire properties.

The connection between illegal drug trade and the establishment of front businesses such as POGOs.

Show cause order issued for individuals including an executive assistant for failing to appear before the committee.

The raid in Porac, Pampanga on Lucky South 99 resulted in the rescue of four kidnapped Chinese nationals.

The confiscated items from the raid included torture devices, digital devices, and a large amount of cash.

Two Chinese nationals have been charged in relation to violation of the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Law.

The hearing discussed the broader issue of foreign influence and attempts to occupy and colonize Philippine land through various means.

The hearing also touched on the issue of local corporations being under foreign control, either directly or indirectly.

The impact of the hearing on the political landscape, with implications for the Duterte administration and its officials.

Advertisements for various services and products, including a fitness gym, car rental, and health supplements.

Transcripts

na mga kababayan m corner si Attorney

Harry roque sa investigation ngayon ng

Quad committee sa Pampanga ginawa po

doon sa Pampanga yung hearing Ayan po

mga kababayan public hearing of the

house squad committee bacolor Pampanga

joint hearing committees on Dangerous

Drugs public Order and Safety human

rights public accounts

so kasama rito yung Pogo kaya sabi dito

sa latest na balita ng ano ng Uh

Philippine star house issues show cost

order versus Pogo link individuals

including roes assistant tapos

mabubunyag na yung lahat ng mga

milagro yung mga kababalaghan mga

kababayan na ginagawa ni Attorney Harry

roque sa pog

hub at ng ganyang assistant mga

kababayan na

supranational eh sabi nga mga kababayan

ni paok ano spokesperson Winston Casio

may ebidensya na niya kami

ha kaya nagmamadali si ano si atorney

Roque ginagatungan yung lahat ginagawa

yung lahat para maiupo si Inday gusto ng

maging acting president si Inday po para

magp daw si President

Bongbong ngayon po nagse emotion si

Inday kamiya ah magpapa drug test an

niya kami We will do it an

niya para i-support mga kababayan yung

isir campaign ng mga tag nausog sa ating

Pangulong bungbong masusukol na kasi po

sila yan ang katotohanan diyan Paunahan

na lang kung sino yung mag-survive

ba Ayan po presidential anti-organized

crime Commission paok spokesperson

Winston Casio or Casio is stated that

they have sufficient evidence to file

charges against former presidential

spokesperson Harry Roque for his alleged

involvement in qualified trafficking Uh

in person related to lucky South 99

operation

in an interview with Christian isa sa

kanyang podcast po sa fax

first you emphasize that the

investigation is Driven by evidence not

political motivations addressing

criticisms to the contrary Casio clarify

that the charges are not related to ro's

role as lawyer but to specific actions

connecting him to the company's illegal

activities he Expressed confidence in

the pa's ability to pursue the case

based on the gathered evidence any may

ebidensya na any niya kami para magsampa

ng kaso laban po kay ginoong Harry Roque

nothing personal it's just that evidence

warrants that we file this cases against

him

una We're not charging him for lawyering

we are very confident niya na makakas

din namin po siya Nung aming inaakusa

dito sa lucky South 99 which is

qualified trafficking in person Meron po

siyang mga akson at mga ginawa na

mag-uugnay sa kanya doon sa Mga iligal

na gawain nitong lucky South 99 So

nakita na ninyo mga kababayan kung bakit

nagkukumahog na si atorney Harry Roque

at yung mga Duterte kasi nga po

nagsising na ang kanilang mga masasamang

gaw

tuloy-tuloy po ngayon yung ah hearing sa

Kongreso Quad committee Ito nga po mga

kababayan ginawa sa bacolor ah Pampanga

so Ito po ngayon nagpalabas Iyung house

ng shos order versus Pogo link

individuals including roes assistant

sabi diyan a combination of four

committees at the house of

representatives on Friday issued aoc

order

several individuals Kasama po

si at saka yung executive assistant

for joint

inquiry into the connection

nongo and illegal drug trade malala

konektado sila mga kababayan at yung

sabi ni ano sa opening statement ni Dan

ng ch sirain po tayo dito para sa

kanilang creeping Invasion po y

konektado sa kanilang pagnanasa sa ating

bansa Yan sabi sa opening statement ni

ano Fernandez sabi na Yes willink this

pieces of evidence together because this

point to the true goal of foreigners

referring to China to occupy our land

using different aspects of our society

in colonize as peaceful means based on

our investigation they have already

started owning our lands local

corporations are under foreigners

directly or indirectly different parts

of the government were invaded officials

are brib and the country is filled with

drugs and other gambling schemes sabi po

ni Fernandez sa kanyang opening

statement po So nakipagsabwatan yung

previous administration madaling sabi

mga kababayan ito yung joint public

hearing sabi diyan house lawmakers

decided to bring its investigation to

the municipality in Pampanga according

to house Senior deputy speaker Aurelio

Don Gonzalez given the town's history

and resiliency Aya after being buried in

the eruption of Mount Pinatubo noong

1991 sabi po ni Congressman Robert Ace

barbers chair of the house sa Dangerous

Drugs panel Uh he alleged that a

criminal network niya is operating

within the countries within the country

where drugs or drug money is being used

to corrupt certain government officials

to Secure fake and spurious documents to

misrepresent themselves as Filipinos to

be able to acquire properties or lands

in the country which are used to build

front and legitimate businesses such as

pogos s sabi dito sa balita among those

issued show cuse order for failing to HD

The committe

is Alberto Rodolfo ar de la CNA said was

his former aid when his name appeared in

documents found in the Pogo hub in porak

Pampanga so kasama siya mga kababayan sa

ipapatawag pag hindi po matutulad siya

din kay Alice goo ient pagkatapos

ipaaresto

pag hindi siya magpakita magiging kasama

siya sa ah wanted list

Pati itong si ano tingin ko po ang

direksyon ni Attorney Harry Roque tulad

ng direksyong tinahak ni

Paco kakasuhan na

po Ayan may ebidensya na kami para

magsampa ng kaso laban kay ginoong Harry

Roque sabi po ni Winston caso paing

spokesperson pat na patongpatong na Kaso

ang kakaharapin nitong mga tag nausog

kasi nagmamalabis masyado kayong

nagmalabis pakinggan natin mga kababayan

yung pors ng mga pinag-usapan dito kung

ano yung mga pinag-uusapan

Dito po Let us Go back to the raid in

por pampanga of lucky South

99 magaling na abogada at kongresong

akan Director caso What did they find

out in The Raid of lucky South 99 in

brief Mr

chair yyung lucky South 99 mga kababayan

ito yyung kina involve ni Ano madam ch

ni har the committee Uh Well for one we

were able to rescue four individuals all

Chinese nationals who informed us that

they were kidnapped victims one female

and three Chinese nationals two of them

have are now Witnesses complainants in a

Labor trafficking case that we have

filed against lucky South 99 Mr Chairman

we direct the Resource speaker to just

limit the answer to the question which

are being propounded than second

question Mr ch when was the raid

conducted Uh Madam chair the initial

warrant was issued on June 4 of

2024 we we were not able to fully

implement that warrant because we

returned the warrant Uh the actual

operation occurred on June 7 2024 your

honor Who conducted the search Mr chair

Uh Madam chair that was the cidg

together with the paok Uh and if I am

not mistaken also The Special action

force and Can you please state in

summary the effects and the

paraphernalia which you sees during the

search Uh Madam chair if I am not

mistaken Uh during the return of the

search warrant we we inventoried about

81 or 82 Ms We also were able to

inventory if I am not mistaken a good

number of torture devices which electric

tasers baseball bats Likewise we were

able to inventory and return during the

return of the warrant probably more or

less between 1000 to

15500 digital devices your honor that

that consisted of laptops personal

computers and celles your h and who are

personalities you save if there are any

Uh we were able to save basically four

kidnap victims your honor as previously

stated three Chinese male Chinese

nationals and one female

national and who are the personalities

you arrested if there are

any Uh Madam chair during the Uh

interview and the subsequent immigration

inquest that we conducted together with

the Bureau of immigration we were able

to identify on the basis of the

testimonies of the four kidnapped

victims Mr ch May we direct the Resource

speaker to answer the question please

Who were the personalities whom you

arrested if there were any Meron po ba

kayong hinuli during the service of the

search warrant during the service of the

search warrant Maam none none Yes maam

and to this state Mr chair May we know

if there are cases filed in court

already Uh Yes ma'am we were able to

identify two individuals that the two

kidnap victims have identified who have

perpetrated the actual torture on their

persons on Who are the respondents of

those cases that were filed already Sino

po ang mga nahan niyo na ng kaso Ah so

far your honor only two Chinese

nationals have been charge in relation

to violation of 9208 or the trafficking

in persons law and its amendatory

laws you mentioned about the case of

qualified human trafficking do you

confirm this Ah yes your honor I just

want to manifest for the record your

honor there is no violation of the

We

are the Resource speaker Facts and not

coms to the judicial Proceeding which

could affect the impartiality in the

administration of justice toed Mr

ch May we the Resource speaker have you

come across

the ran

Marlon

dulay Raymart

Rivero and J

Edrad Yes madam ch i have i have come

across those

names Mr chair I will suspend the

question for the paok and I wish

to to add the Next question to

B Miss

baterna May I

ask What is your connection to lucky

South

99 May we confirm Mr chair if we have

Miss baterna

here miss baterna

considering Mr ch the information that

was given by the

com

that on the way then I will be

suspending my question for her Ness Mr

ch I wish to manifest

that this

representation has in her

poss of the names

mentioned

earlier and I wish to go back

to the paok Director Casio Can you

please

Enlighten this

representation the

committee What are this affidavit all

about Uh Madam chair the names that you

mentioned earlier on Actually executed

an affidavit stating to the fact that a

witness who appeared in this committee

who represented herself to be a mayor

secretary Uh by the name of Miss Rosalyn

baterna is Actually an administrative

officer and a personal secretary of Miss

to go back to paok Director Casio Can

you please Enlighten us What is the

Crime Of qualified human trafficking Ah

Ma'am I guess I am an lawyer myself

Although I have a rudimentary

understanding of trafficking in persons

and what qualified human tr What

qualified trafficking in persons may

entail but then again I would I guess

the question is better addressed to the

Department of justice who are

represented here also Madam chair can we

hear from the Department of justice Mr

chair DOJ can we be enlightened What is

the Crime Of qualified human trafficking

last for your last question

Congresswoman luistro Wala pa akong sa

kalaha Mr ch Do we have the DOJ

here so yon mga kababayan yung parte ng

committee hearing Quad committee hearing

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