LOBO, Batangas – A group of businessmen here have appealed to the municipal government and the police to combat illegal gambling.
MUNICIPAL hall of Lobo, Batangas
Businessman Efren Ramirez said the worsening issue of illegal activities has seemingly transformed our community into a gambling town.
This is deeply worrying, Ramirez said.
But Ramirez said they are ready to lend a hand and will continue to join in the unified action to advocate for true peace and prosperity for all citizens here.
A former councilor here was arrested for allegedly operating a mahjong den along with 15 others. Also apprehended was 21 people for alleged involvement in the illegal numbers game “jueteng.”
“We commend the dedication of our police in eradicating the issue of illegal gambling in the municipality of Lobo. We also commend the members of the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI), particularly in their swift action to curb jueteng here,” Ramirez said.
“We, the concerned citizens and merchants, are calling our elected public servants to give focus on the peace and order of Lobo,” he added.