July 16, 2024 - Senator Sherwin Gatchalian has filed a formal complaint with the Pasay City Police Station, reporting online threats made against him. The Senator believes these threats are connected to his involvement in the Senate investigation into Philippine Offshore Gaming Operations (POGO) linked to Mayor Alice Guo and her family.
According to Senator Gatchalian, his staff informed him on July 4th about a video circulating online containing threats targeting his safety. He expressed significant concern for his own security and the well-being of his family and staff.
The Senator has requested the Pasay City Police to initiate a police report and conduct a full investigation into the video and its creators. He urged them to take swift action to guarantee his safety and the safety of those around him.
Senator Gatchalian has offered his full cooperation with the investigation and can be reached through his Director for Political Affairs, Mr. [name redacted].
This news comes amidst the ongoing Senate investigation into POGO operations in the Philippines. The investigation has garnered significant public attention, and Senator Gatchalian's report of threats raises concerns about the safety of those involved.