Bataan Scam Hub Bust: 10 Chinese Arrested, Satellite Internet Used to Evade Detection

Bataan Scam Hub Bust: 10 Chinese Arrested in Raid On May 16, 2025, Philippine authorities conducted a raid on three houses in Bataan, uncovering a sophisticated small-scale scam operation run by Chinese nationals. Ten suspects were apprehended during the operation. The operation was uncovered by the NBI. The suspects were using satellite internet to avoid detection. "They were using satellite internet to avoid being traced," stated Asst. Dir. Noel Bocaling of the NBI-Intelligence Division. The suspects were allegedly involved in various scams, including love scams and investment schemes. The NBI also found computers and other gadgets used in the operation. The suspects are facing charges under the Anti-Financial Account Scamming Act. This successful raid highlights the ongoing efforts to combat illegal online scams in the Philippines. The use of satellite internet underscores the need for advanced investigative techniques to combat these crimes. The arrest of 10 individuals is a significant step in disrupting these operations.