South Korean Fugitive Apprehended in Cagayan de Oro City

A South Korean fugitive was captured in Cagayan de Oro City, according to reports on April 23, 2023. The individual, identified as a Korean national, was apprehended by authorities in a joint operation. The suspect had reportedly been hiding in the Philippines for several months.

The Korean national, whose identity has not been released to the public, was sought by authorities in his home country for alleged involvement in a financial scam. He had been on the run since 2021, and it is believed that he had been hiding in the Philippines for some time.

The fugitive’s arrest resulted from a joint operation between the South Korean authorities and the Philippine National Police. The operation was carried out after receiving information about the suspect’s whereabouts.

The Korean national is currently in the custody of the Philippine authorities. He is awaiting extradition to South Korea, where he will face charges for his alleged involvement in the financial scam. The Philippine authorities have assured that they will fully cooperate with their South Korean counterparts in the extradition process.

The arrest of the fugitive is a clear indication of the strong ties between the Philippines and South Korea in the fight against crime. The Philippine authorities have been working closely with their counterparts in South Korea to ensure that criminals are brought to justice, regardless of where they are hiding.