The Criminal Investigation and Detection Group confiscated around 4,000 pre-registered subscriber identity module (SIM) cards from two Chinese nationals in Pasay City on Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025. (Photo from the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group)
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MANILA, Philippines — Two Chinese nationals were arrested by the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) for selling pre-registered subscriber identity module (SIM) cards in Pasay City, the police unit announced on Saturday.
new casino games freeFEATURED STORIES NEWSINFO Gatchalian: INC rally will make pols ‘think twice’ on VP Duterte NEWSINFO ‘Simulated’ drug bust: 30 PNP men charged NEWSINFO Rep. Castro says INC rally a move to shield VP Sara DuterteAccording to the CIDG, the buy-bust operation stemmed from intelligence reports of a group selling pre-registered SIM cards to be used in scams, identity theft and other illegal activities.
CIDG personnel under the Detective Special Operations Unit (DSOU) made the arrest at SM Mall of Asia in Pasay City at 5:15 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 9.
Article continues after this advertisementAuthorities confiscated around 4,000 SIM cards.
Article continues after this advertisementThe suspects – identified only as “Yingchun” and “Chunmei” – were taken to the CIDG-DSOU office in Camp Crame, Quezon City.
Article continues after this advertisementThey will face a formal complaint for violating the provision of the SIM Registration Act prohibiting the sale of a registered SIM without complying with requirements.
“This operation reflects our unwavering commitment to enforcing the law against the misuse of technology. We will remain vigilant in combating crimes that endanger public safety,” CIDG Director Brig. Gen. Nicolas Torre III said in a statement.
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