BI orders manhunt vs Jordanian
THE Bureau of Immigration (BI) has launched a manhunt against a Jordanian who disappeared after his court hearing.
The Jordanian, Tarek Nihad Siam, 47, was apprehended for gun possession and physical injuries in 2022 after the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) turned him over to the BI.
Information later received by the Bureau from the Interpol NCB Manila stated that Siam is wanted in Abu Dhabi for assault and alcohol abuse.
Explanations submitted by Siam’s escorts state that Siam was transported to the Regional Trial Court Branch 237 in Makati City last January 16 where he attended the hearing for his violation of the comprehensive law on firearms and ammunition case.
Upon exiting the courthouse, Siam reportedly requested to use the restroom.
After a while, BI agenta said they noticed Siam’s prolonged use of the facilities. That prompted them to forcefully open the toilet door where they discovered that Siam had already disappeared by using the small window in the restroom.
BI Commissioner Norman Tansingco ordered a manhunt against Siam.
The two BI guards assigned to guard Siam have been terminated from service while the team leader, who is an organic employee, is facing raps following the incident.
Tansingco said he has also ordered the filing of criminal charges against the 3 employees for infidelity.
The BI said that information on Siam’s whereabouts can be reported to the Commissioner’s hotline at facebook.com/immigration.helpline.ph.
