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South Koreans top BI's foreign fugitive arrests for 2nd year
In 2024, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) apprehended 180 foreign fugitives in the Philippines, a notable increase from the 128 arrests made in 2023.
The majority of these arrested individuals, including 74 Koreans, 62 Chinese nationals, and 12 Taiwanese, have since been deported at the request of their respective governments.
These fugitives faced charges related to economic crimes, investment scams, illegal gambling, money laundering, telecommunications fraud, robbery, and narcotics trading.
Notable arrests included six Japanese members of the 'Luffy' gang wanted for scams and extortion, and an Australian and a Serbian sought for illegal drug offenses.
BI Commissioner Joel Anthony M. Viado reiterated that the Philippines is not a sanctuary for foreign criminals.
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A South Korean fugitive, Bae Naseok, was arrested by the Bureau of Immigration (BI) in Manila while attempting to extend his tourist visa.
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A 44-year-old Chinese national, Lin Guangxiu, wanted by Interpol for drug-related offenses, was arrested by the Bureau of Immigration (BI) in Manila on Tuesday.
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A Japanese fugitive, Eiji Shigematsu, wanted for fraud and theft by Tokyo authorities, has been apprehended in Makati City by the Bureau of Immigration (BI).
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Fifty-seven foreign nationals working for Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) have been deported by the Bureau of Immigration (BI) since January 31.
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Immigration agents arrested three Chinese nationals on Valentine's Day in Calamba, Laguna, based on a report from the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) linking them to illegal online gambling and prostitution.
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