01/09/2025
𝙋𝙉𝙋–𝙒𝘾𝙋𝘾 𝙋𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙍𝙚𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙚
WCPC Rescues Minor Victim in Anti-OSAEC Operation in Cebu
Cebu City – The Philippine National Police-Women and Children Protection Center (PNP–WCPC) successfully conducted an Anti-OSAEC Rescue Operation under COPLAN VFU 2025-14 on August 29, 2025, at Sitio Sun-Ok, Brgy. Ibabao, Cordova, Cebu, which led to the rescue of an 8-year-old girl.
The operation stemmed from a proactive investigation by the Visayas Field Unit (VFU), which led to the discovery of a minor female victim allegedly exploited by her aunt, who facilitated her online sexual abuse in exchange for monetary gain.
The rescue was carried out by the WCPC-VFU led by PCOL ALADDIN E DINGAL, Chief, VFU, under the overall supervision of PBGEN MARIA SHEILA T PORTENTO, Acting Chief, WCPC, in coordination with the Cordova Municipal Police Station and DSWD Field Office VII (DSWD FO7).
The minor was immediately turned over to the Center for Women and Children, DSWD FO7, Barangay Carreta, Cebu City, for protective custody and necessary intervention.
PBGEN PORTENTO emphasized that the successful operation underscores the PNP–WCPC’s unwavering commitment to protect children from online sexual abuse and exploitation, ensuring that offenders are held accountable through proactive and victim-centered efforts. She further noted that penalties for OSAEC and CSAEM offenses may include life imprisonment and fines of up to ₱5 million, depending on the gravity of the crime.
The WCPC maintains a 24/7 official page where the public can report incidents of online sexual abuse and exploitation of children. Individuals with information that may aid in the rescue of victims or the investigation of offenders are urged to immediately contact the PNP Women and Children Protection.
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https://wcpc.pnp.gov.ph/wcpc-rescues-minor-victim-in-anti-osaec-operation-in-cebu/
