The Philippine National Police (PNP), under Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., arrested two individuals accused of defrauding people by claiming they could facilitate the release of four Korean nationals in Bureau of Immigration (BI) custody in exchange for money.
The operation, conducted by the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) Angeles City Field Unit on November 9, 2026, in Barangay Cutcut, Angeles City, resulted in the arrest of a 47-year-old Korean national known by the alias “Jin” and his 31-year-old Filipino live-in partner, identified as “Lyn.”
The two were apprehended while allegedly receiving ₱1.6 million from the complainant in an entrapment operation.
Investigation disclosed that the suspects had allegedly collected an initial ₱4 million from the friends of four Korean nationals detained by the BI following their arrest in September 2026. The suspects reportedly claimed they could arrange the detainees’ release through supposed connections, presenting the money as payment for bail, processing, and other expenses.
When the four remained in BI custody despite the initial payment, the suspects allegedly demanded another ₱1.6 million, prompting the complainant to seek police intervention.
“Hindi dapat nagiging negosyo ang pangakong may kakilala sa loob o kayang mapabilis ang isang government process kapalit ng pera. May tamang proseso tayong sinusunod, at walang sinuman ang dapat manamantala sa mga taong umaasa ng tulong. We encourage the public to verify these claims and report suspicious arrangements to the authorities,” PGen Nartatez said.
He emphasized that the PNP will continue to act on complaints involving alleged estafa and other fraudulent schemes, while ensuring every investigation respects due process and the rights of all parties involved.
The accomplishment reflects the PNP’s Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO) under its Focused Agenda, and supports President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s commitment to strengthening public accountability and ensuring government processes remain free from abuse.
The arrested individuals will face the appropriate charges, subject to the findings of the investigation and applicable legal procedures.
The PNP calls on the public to remain vigilant, question questionable promises of special access, and report suspected wrongdoing through proper channels.
This is part of the PNP’s continuing commitment to a Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.
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