Tag: Financial Crimes


  • Ex-insurance agent’s bail-linked scam: investors lose over S$7 million in bogus scheme

    Ex-insurance agent’s bail-linked scam: investors lose over S$7 million in bogus scheme

    Shocking Bail-era scam: A familiar face and a large sum The case of a former insurance agent, Alvin Koo Jing You, has drawn attention to how quickly legitimate-seeming offers can turn into sophisticated investment scams. At 39, Koo allegedly orchestrated an elaborate scheme that deceived family, friends, and other unsuspecting individuals into handing over more…

  • BI Arrests South Korean Fugitive in Paranaque City

    BI Arrests South Korean Fugitive in Paranaque City

    Overview of the South Korean Fugitive Arrest In a significant operation, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) of the Philippines has apprehended a South Korean fugitive, Kim Miri, aged 41, in Paranaque City. This arrest, which took place on September 20, 2023, is a concerted effort between BI operatives and the Philippine National Police-Criminal Investigation and…

  • South Korean Fugitive Arrested in Paranaque City

    South Korean Fugitive Arrested in Paranaque City

    Introduction A significant operation by the Bureau of Immigration (BI) led to the arrest of a South Korean fugitive, Kim Miri, in Paranaque City. This arrest underscores ongoing efforts to combat international crime, particularly financial fraud. Details of the Arrest On September 21, the BI officially announced Kim Miri’s arrest, confirming that she was apprehended…