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ZAMBOANGA CITY — Four minors who were reported missing after leaving their homes in Zamboanga City have been found safe in Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay, following a coordinated rescue operation by…
ZAMBOANGA CITY, Philippines — Three minors were successfully rescued and one suspect was arrested during a joint law enforcement operation targeting online sexual abuse and exploitation of children (OSAEC) and…
ZAMBOANGA CITY — Five alleged victims of human trafficking, including three minors, were rescued while a female suspect was arrested during a late-night anti-trafficking entrapment and rescue operation in Barangay…
MARAWI CITY, Lanao del Sur — Two minors, aged two and five, were rescued in a coordinated operation in Marawi City following allegations of exploitation and possible child trafficking involving…
BONGAO, Tawi-Tawi — Authorities intercepted seven individuals believed to be victims of human trafficking during a maritime security operation off Tawi-Tawi on April 27, 2026, highlighting continued efforts to curb…
TAWI-TAWI, BARMM — Swift and coordinated action by government authorities and social welfare agencies led to the successful rescue and repatriation of two female victims of trafficking in persons (TIP)…
ZAMBOANGA CITY — Authorities intercepted and assisted five women believed to be victims of human trafficking upon their arrival at the Zamboanga Seaport on March 29, 2026, following a coordinated…
Two minor girls from Maguindanao del Sur who fell victim to illegal recruitment were safely reunited with their families on March 12, 2026, following the coordinated efforts of the Ministry…
TAWI-TAWI, BARMM — Authorities and social welfare workers successfully rescued and assisted five individuals believed to be victim-survivors of Trafficking in Persons (TIP) after they were intercepted while attempting to…
TUKURAN, Zamboanga del Sur — Authorities launched a major operation in Tukuran town to rescue minors and adults allegedly involved in prostitution, following reports of human trafficking and sexual exploitation…