Philippine authorities arrest Indonesia's top drug suspect Gregor Haas

Indonesia's most-wanted drug suspect, Gregor Johann Haas, has been arrested in the Philippines following an international manhunt.

Philippine Immigration Commissioner Norman Tansingco confirmed that Haas was detained in Bogo city, Cebu province, after Interpol issued a red notice based on criminal complaints filed by Indonesian authorities.

Haas is suspected of being part of the Sinaloa cartel and attempting to smuggle methamphetamine into Indonesia from Mexico via floor ceramics.

Indonesian officials discovered the drug shipment through testimonies from arrested couriers and are now seeking Haas's extradition for investigation.

The suspect could face the death penalty under Indonesia's strict drug laws if found guilty.

Haas was transferred to an immigration detention center in Manila while deportation proceedings are underway, with Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla praising the arrest as a result of dedicated law enforcement efforts.