The Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking (IACAT) lauded the recent decision of the Civil Service Commission (CSC), headed by Francisco T. Duque III, finding nine immigration officers guilty of Grave Misconduct, Conduct Prejudicial to the Best Interest of the Service, Dishonesty and Gross Neglect of Duty based on substantial evidence.

IACAT head and Justice OIC-Secretary Jose Vicente Salazar said the CSC decision "is a clear signal to all that we are serious in our campaign against any and all elements involved in or which help human trafficking syndicates."

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