Korean National, Filipina Partner Arrested for Extortion
A South Korean national and his Filipina partner were arrested in Angeles City, Pampanga, Philippines, for allegedly extorting P1.6 million from friends of four detained South Koreans. The suspects reportedly promised to facilitate their release in exchange for the money, but the detainees remained imprisoned, leading to the complaint.
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