The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) conducted a raid in Clark Freeport, Pampanga, resulting in the arrest of 14 individuals involved in an online financial scam.
The operation took place on February 21, 2026, after authorities obtained a court-issued search and seizure order from the Regional Trial Court in Makati City.
NBI agents coordinated with the Clark Development Corporation Security Services to execute the warrant and inspect the premises.
Investigators recovered laptops, smartphones, SIM cards, and records containing personal data of potential victims.
Authorities said the suspects tricked retirees and other citizens into depositing money into fake investment platforms through phishing schemes.
The 14 arrested individuals were presented for inquest proceedings for violations of the Cybercrime Prevention Act and the Anti-Financial Account Scamming Act.
The NBI warned the public to remain cautious of unsolicited investment offers and avoid sharing personal or financial information through suspicious links.
Officials urged citizens to verify any investment platforms with regulatory authorities before sending money to protect themselves from fraud.
