The Bureau of Immigration on Thursday said it ordered the deportation of Choi Sunghee, 38, a South Korean national wanted in his home country for illegal gambling. | charieabarcaINQ
MANILA, Philippines — A South Korean national, Choi Sunghee, is set to be deported by the Bureau of Immigration for illegal gambling activities in his home country.
On Thursday, the Bureau of Immigration Commissioner, Norman Tansingco, said in a press statement that Korean authorities had informed the bureau of illegal gambling operations by the suspect, Choi. It is reported that Choi had set up gambling websites that accepted bets for domestic and international sports.
“Violators are punishable by imprisonment with labor for not more than seven years or face a fine not exceeding 70 million won,” said Tansingco.
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