Despite being detained for almost three years already, Francis Leo Marcos still continued his optical mission for the poor with the help of his organization Filipino Family Club International Inc.
Some photos posted by the fan page of Marcos showed the mission they launched in Paranaque City where hundreds of people went to have their eyes checked and receive free glasses from the group.
Attendants also asked to wear the t-shirt imprinted with a logo of the group.
Hundreds of netizens praised Marcos for continuing his philanthropic deeds despite being detained for multiple charges.
“Good luck idol FLM. God bless you,” netizen Israel said.
“God bless po sir Francis Leo Marcos,sana po supportahan natin ang YouTube channel ni idol para mas marami pang matutulongan na nangangailangan,more blessings sir,” netizen Jean commented.
It can be recalled that the Securities and Exchange Commission Philippines already warned the netizens about the Filipino Family Club International Inc. and Francis Leo Marcos.
“The Commission warns the public against FRANCIS LEO MARCOS and his now FILIPINO FAMILY CLUB INTERNATIONAL INC. and/or in dealing with any individuals or group of persons acting or soliciting donations for or on behalf of FRANCIS LEO MARCOS and/or his pretentious organization,” the Sec warns.
In 2020, Marcos became an instant internet celebrity because of his philanthropic activities and unique point of view on life.
He claimed that he was a rich businessman living in an exclusive subdivision and he can be seen asking his rich neighbors to help other people amid the crisis happening in the country during that time.
However, authorities discovered that his real name was ‘Norman Mangusin’ and he’s facing several warrants including for allegedly not following the optometry law due to organizing illegal optical missions.
They also found that Mangusin was involved in land grabbing and also trafficking.