Detained as Suspected Fugitive

A British bare-knuckle boxer, Derek 'Decca' Heggie, is facing deportation from the Philippines after authorities discovered his alleged criminal past. Heggie, originally from Scotland, was paraded on TV alongside a US criminal as it was announced that he would be expelled from the country.

Tearful Farewell Video

Heggie, who has been locked up in Mandaue City, was allowed to make a final video for his YouTube followers before his detention. In the emotional video, he expressed his hope to be released as soon as possible.

A Turbulent Life

Heggie has faced numerous challenges in his life, including a ten-year battle with drug addiction and mental health issues. He gained some fame as an actor in the gangster film 'The Corrupted', but it was in the world of bare-knuckle fighting where he made most of his money, becoming a British champion and earning thousands.

Deportation Controversy

The Philippine Bureau of Immigration claims that Heggie is a wanted fugitive in the UK, but no approach has been made by the British government. According to a UK-based source, the information coming from the Philippines does not match Heggie's record in the UK. It is suggested that the Philippine Bureau of Immigration regularly deports individuals they deem undesirable, and Heggie may fall into that category.

Next Steps

Heggie is currently detained at the bureau's office in Mandaue City but will be transferred to the bureau's warden facility in Taguig City. Commissioner Norman Tansingco confirmed that both Heggie and the American criminal with him will be included in the immigration blacklist to prevent them from re-entering the country.