Monday, June 13, 2011

CORAL POACHERS FLEE PH


By TJ Burgonio, Philippine Daily Inquirer

Senate President Juan Ponce Enrile on Monday demanded the sacking of two prosecutors for sitting on criminal cases against a Chinese trader and his wife who later fled the country after being tagged in a foiled attempt to smuggle P35 million worth of black corals.

Enrile also directed the Department of Justice to seek the extradition of Li Yu Ming, alias Joe Pring, and his Filipino wife Olivia Li, who reportedly escaped before authorities could place them on an immigration hold-departure order. [ FULL STORY ]