The Daily Tribune
South Korean fugitives apprehended
Immigration authorities have arrested South Korean fugitive Chu Hoyong in Makati City for allegedly running investment and telecommunications fraud schemes.
Chu Hoyong is wanted in his home country for fraudulent investment scams and is the subject of two arrest warrants issued by Korean courts.
The Bureau of Immigration apprehended Chu on February 13, 2025, at his residence in Makati.
The South Korean government requested Chu's arrest and deportation due to his alleged involvement in scams that victimized numerous compatriots, causing losses totaling approximately US$1.4 million.
Immigration Commissioner Joel Viado stated that Chu's deportation is a priority, which will be followed by a blacklist and a ban from re-entering the Philippines.
An arrest warrant for Chu was issued by the Bukbu District Court in Seoul on April 12, 2022.
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