South Korean national nabbed at NAIA for illegal drugs

A foreign national, identified as 49-year-old Mr. Koh Myungso, was apprehended at NAIA Terminal 1 for possessing illegal drugs as he was about to depart for Incheon, South Korea.

The apprehension was a result of the vigilant screening by OTS personnel who detected lighters in Koh's carry-on baggage during X-ray inspection.

A manual search of the bag led to the discovery of suspected illegal drugs and drug paraphernalia, which were later confirmed to be methamphetamine through a chemical analyzer test kit.

Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon lauded the OTS' quick action, reiterating warnings against bringing prohibited items to the airport and stating that those caught with drugs would be jailed.

The incident underscores the ongoing efforts to enhance airport security following President Marcos Jr.'s directives.

Koh Myungso was turned over by the PNP Aviation Security Group to the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency for inquest proceedings.