Bataan 3rd District Rep. Gila Garcia has condemned the recent raid conducted by the Philippine Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) against Central One Bataan PH Inc., a licensed business process outsourcing (BPO) company in the Freeport Area of Bataan.
“It is deeply disheartening to witness the abuse and lack of respect endured by our fellow citizens,” Garcia said. “Thousands of workers are now without jobs and face an uncertain future. This operation has caused unnecessary distress and hardship for them.”
Garcia also pointed out that, despite claims of human trafficking, no formal charges have been filed against Central One Bataan.
She also said workers were “mistreated” during the raid. The company is located at the FAB Expansion Area in Bagac town, which is part of Bataan 3rd district.
Bataan Gov. Joet Garcia and Bataan 2nd District Rep. Abet Garcia also voiced similar concerns. They accused the law raiding agencies involved including the Philippine National Police Region 3, the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG), and the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) of mishandling the operation.
Bataan leaders called for a thorough investigation into the actions of the PAOCC and other agencies involved to ensure accountability and the protection of the rights of the workers.
