NBI Defends Pasig Raid, Says More Charges to Be Filed Against Perpetrators

NBI defends Pasig raid, says more charges to be filed against perpetrators

MANILA, Philippines — The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) on Tuesday stood by its operation against a business establishment that was suspected of trafficking women, saying the raid that led to the rescue of dozens of victims was carried out in full compliance with legal procedures and said that more charges would be filed in the coming days.In a statement, the NBI said its actions against the Chicago Family KTV and Bleu Hotel in Ortigas,…

NBI files trafficking, drug raps vs. Defensor kin after Pasig raid

By Benjamin Pulta (File logo) MANILA – The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has filed drug and human trafficking complaints against the wife and son of former lawmaker Mike Defensor, linking them to a raided establishment in Pasig City. The NBI said the complaints, covering violations of the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act and the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act, were filed before the Pasig City Prosecutor’s Office on Friday. Authorities…