Operational Overview - Bofu compound is identified as the largest Philippine offshore gaming operation outside of Metro Manila [1] - BAFU corporation controls the land where the compound is located [1] Security and Legal Concerns - Reports indicate tortures being conducted inside the compound in Bamban [1] - A Vietnamese national escaped from the compound due to mistreatment and being forced into scamming activities [1] - The Vietnamese victim was allegedly pressured to sign a statement against complaining about the company [3] Allegations of Abuse - The escapee described being beaten, including with "electric sock high bone" (likely referring to electric shocks) [2] - The individual escaped by climbing a wall, jumping, and crossing a river [2] - A security guard pointed a gun at the escapee during the escape attempt [2]
Baofu Compound: A POGO Hub Home to a Scam Compound
Bloomberg Originals·2025-11-21 17:01