Korean man released 5 days after abduction in Philippines
A Korean man in his 40s who was abducted in Manila last week was safely released Friday, five days after he was taken by unidentified men, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The man, who was abducted Sunday, is in good health, according to the ministry. The victim, a businessman, was reportedly abducted by four local men in the Malate district of Manila. The suspects allegedly blocked…
A Korean businessman in his 40s who was abducted in Manila last week was released on Friday, five days after his abduction, according to the Philippine Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The victim was reportedly taken by four local men in the Malate district of Manila on Sunday. After being abducted, he contacted a friend and informed them that the kidnappers were demanding a ransom for his release.
The Korean Embassy in the Philippines was notified about the abduction on Monday, prompting an emergency meeting with embassy officials and the creation of a task force to address the situation. The embassy also established an on-site response team led by the ambassador, collaborating with Philippine police, Korean police stationed in the country, and the foreign ministry in Seoul.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs worked closely with local authorities to ensure the businessman's safe return.
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