The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) today warned the public about an alarming scam operation in which fraudsters are impersonating its top executives to deceive individuals and businesses.
The state gaming agency said several individuals and business owners have complained that they received fraudulent Viber messages that falsely claim to be from Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco and President and COO Wilma Eisma.
Scammers are using mobile numbers maliciously registered under the top executives’ names, specifically +63951-7359836 for Mr. Tengco and +63938-2857343 for Ms. Eisma to contact potential victims.
“We urge the public to exercise caution and avoid engaging with any unsolicited messages that appear to come from PAGCOR executives,” Mr. Tengco said.
“These fraudulent schemes pose a serious risk to the public; hence, we ask everyone to be vigilant and immediately report any suspicious messages to the authorities, especially those that promise financial windfalls,” the PAGCOR chief added.
Mr. Tengco advised individuals to verify any communication they receive through its official website, www.pagcor.ph, and other legitimate communication platforms such as PAGCOR’s official trunkline numbers +632 8521-1542 / +632 8522-0299.
Earlier, Mr. Tengco also warned the public against a website that purports to issue gaming licenses and accreditations using fake forms and bogus content.
