BUREAU of Immigration (BI) agents arrested on Wednesday afternoon a Korean woman caught working in the country illegally.
BI Intelligence Division Chief Fortunato Manahan, Jr. identified the woman as 52-year-old Lee Mikyong, who was caught in the act of working in a food mart along the Alabang Zapote Road in Las Pinas City.
Intelligence agents implemented the arrest following a mission order issued by BI Commissioner Jaime Morente after receiving information that Lee is overstaying and has been working without the proper permit and visa.
“Upon verification, it was confirmed that her visa has already lapsed, and that she was indeed working there illegally,” said Manahan. “She was also unable to present any documentation, thus is considered an undocumented alien,” he added.
Morente then warned foreign nationals to comply with immigration laws. “As the Philippines opens its borders, more foreigners are expected to come in,” said Morente. “Do not abuse the country’s hospitality. Legalize your stay lest face arrest, deportation, and blacklisting.” he warned.
Lee will be held at the BI’s holding facility in Bicutan, Taguig pending deportation proceedings. (TSJ)
