On August 7, 2025, at about 5:00 PM in Cotabato City, operatives of the Regional Anti-Cybercrime Unit – Bangsamoro Autonomous Region conducted an entrapment operation that led to the arrest of a 24-year-old woman, alias “Ligaya,” for online prostitution.

“Ligaya” is facing charges for violations of Article 202 (Prostitution) of the Revised Penal Code as amended by RA No. 10158 in relation to Section 6 of RA No. 10175 (Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012).

Brigadier General Bernard R. Yang, Acting Director of the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group, lauded the unit for the successful operation. “We are actively monitoring online platforms and will not tolerate those who use technology to exploit others. This arrest is a testament to our ongoing efforts. We urge the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to help us bring these perpetrators to justice,” he added.