Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2024
Viral jackpot-winner photograph controversy
A photograph associated with a reported Lotto jackpot winner appeared to have been digitally altered. PCSO said the editing was intended to protect the winner's identity, while a Senate inquiry examined the incident.
2024
3D Lotto draw-machine malfunction
A live 3D Lotto draw was interrupted after a machine malfunction. PCSO used another machine to repeat the first-number draw, creating public and political scrutiny.
2020
Killing of Wesley Barayuga
PCSO board secretary Wesley Barayuga was killed in Mandaluyong. Allegations made during a later congressional hearing implicated former officials, who denied involvement.
2019
Presidential suspension over corruption allegations
President Rodrigo Duterte temporarily suspended PCSO gaming operations after alleging corruption connected with the agency's games. Operations later resumed in stages.