Empleyadong na-adik sa Scatter, kulong pagkatapos gamitin pera ng shop na pinagtatrabahuan

- A vape shop worker known as "John" was jailed after using his employer's money to gamble on the online game "Scatter"

- John admitted to the offense and expressed remorse, asking for forgiveness and another chance

- He is currently detained at the Guadalupe Police Station following charges filed by his employer

- The case adds to a rising number of Scatter-related incidents in the Philippines involving theft and addiction

A young man, known only by the alias "John," is currently detained at the Guadalupe Police Station after allegedly using his employer’s money to fund bets on the popular online g@mbling game “Scatter.”

John was working at a vape shop when he diverted store funds to place bets, driven by his growing addiction to the game, Sunstar Bacolod reported.

The incident came to light after the shop's management noticed discrepancies in the store's earnings.

Upon investigation, John confessed to using the money to gamble on Scatter, a widely played but increasingly controversial game in the Philippines.

Following his admission, the shop owner decided to press charges, leading to John's arrest and detention.

In a statement to the police, John expressed deep remorse and asked for forgiveness, saying he hopes to be given another chance.

He admitted that his addiction spiraled out of control and led him to make poor decisions that he now regrets.

This case adds to a growing list of Scatter-related incidents across the country. In recent months, there have been reports of theft, domestic violence, and family disputes linked to the game.

Authorities and community leaders are growing increasingly concerned about the game's accessibility and its damaging effects, especially among the youth.

Experts are calling for stronger regulation of online g@mbling platforms and increased public awareness campaigns to educate individuals about the risks of addiction.

As Scatter continues to gain popularity, stories like John’s serve as a sobering reminder of its potential consequences.

News, photos or videos that arouse the interest of netizens would often go viral on social media, due to the attention netizens give them. These viral posts appeal to the emotions of netizens, and in rare cases, such could also happen to ordinary people, making them very relatable.

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Source: KAMI.com.gh