Philippines Seeks Money Laundering Charges Against Ex-Mayor
- Alice Guo accused of money laundering over online casino link
- Prosecutors expected to file case against Guo soon: official
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Philippine prosecutors are seeking money laundering charges against a former town mayor over her alleged involvement in an online casino project.
Prosecutors have recommended the filing of 62 counts of money laundering against former Bamban Mayor Alice Guo, according to a copy of a resolution from the Department of Justice released Wednesday. Guo was among the owners of a property that hosted online casino entities raided for carrying out internet scams and alleged human trafficking.