DOJ Files Money Laundering Case Against Former Mayor Alice Guo

The Department of Justice (DOJ) in the Philippines has filed a significant money laundering case against Alice Guo, the former mayor of Bamban, Tarlac. The DOJ alleges approximately 62 violations of the Money Laundering Act. News5 reports that the case is linked to a POGO hub operating within Guo's former jurisdiction. "This is a major development," said a DOJ spokesperson (although no direct quote was provided in the video). The video shows images of confiscated cash and Guo at a press conference. Beyond the money laundering charges, Guo also faces other legal challenges, including human trafficking. The case highlights the ongoing efforts to combat financial crime in the Philippines.