BI re-arrests 2 SK fugitives, terminates 3 employees

Updated Sun, March 9, 2025 at 8:18 PM Published Sun, March 9, 2025 at 8:56 AM

The Bureau of Immigration (BI) re-arrested South Korean fugitives Na Ikhyeon and Kang Changbeom in Angeles City, Pampanga, five days after their escape on March 4.

Na Ikhyeon, who was facing preliminary investigation for estafa, escaped authorities during a hearing at the Office of the City Prosecutor of Quezon City.

Kang Changbeom allegedly arranged the escape logistics and is also wanted in South Korea for fraud.

The Department of Justice confirmed the termination of three BI employees who assisted in the escape, with two contractual employees already fired earlier and the third terminated on Friday.

Both Na and Kang are now detained at the BI detention facility in Taguig City under heightened security.

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