The Daily Tribune
BI arrests Chinese fugitive extending visa
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.
He was apprehended at the BI's head office in Intramuros, Manila, while attempting to extend his tourist visa.
Immigration authorities discovered irregularities in Lin's records during his visa extension process.
Lin is allegedly wanted for violating Section 11, Article II of RA 9165, also known as the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002.
The BI confirmed Lin is the subject of an Interpol Red Notice for drug-related offenses.
Lin is currently detained at the BI facility at Camp Bagong Diwa in Bicutan, Taguig City, awaiting deportation proceedings.
BI Commissioner Joel Anthony Viado stated that the Philippines will not be a refuge for criminals.
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