South Korean nabbed in Pampanga for alleged involvement in 'no show scam'

A South Korean, who was allegedly involved in a "no show scam," was arrested in Pampanga, according to the report of Jun Veneracion on "Saksi."

The suspect allegedly stole up to eight million pesos from his victims.

The South Korean suspect has an Interpol Red Notice for his involvement in a multi-million peso communications fund where he allegedly obtained an estimated 200 million South Korean won from seven victims through a "no show scam" with other accomplices.

"Nagpapakilala siya as a legit businessman. Mag-aalok ng mga magagandang products, then kukunin niya yung pera. And then, hindi na magpapakita," said CIDG-NCR Regional Chief Police Col. John Guiagui.

(He introduces himself as a legit businessman. He will offer good products, then he will take the money. And then, he will not show up anymore.)

The Korean government alerted the police regarding the presence of the suspect in the country.

Based on immigration records, the suspect entered the country in December 2025 as a temporary visitor. His immigration papers, however, expired in July 2026. He tried to stay longer in the country, and through this move alerted local authorities.

The suspect is in the custody of the Bureau of Immigration as he awaits deportation proceedings. — BAP, GMA News