The Bureau of Customs (BOC) denounced the false and misleading information circulating online regarding the seized Rolls-Royce vehicle from the Discaya family.

In a press release on Tuesday, October 28, the BOC said allegations surrounding the said vehicle being driven around Metro Manila were circulating online. In contrast, the agency said that all confiscated vehicles are securely stored under the strict supervision of the Customs Police, and are “safeguarded by physical barriers, security personnel, and inventory controls that prevent any unauthorized access, movement, or release.”

“It must be emphasized that the plate number of the Rolls-Royce shown in the viral post, which ends in “949,” is different from that of the vehicle seized in connection with the Discaya case, which ends in “889.” This clearly disproves the claim circulating online,” the agency wrote.

Moreover, it emphasized that no seized property may be removed or handled without proper authority and complete documentation. Any unauthorized release, tampering, or movement of seized items constitutes a serious violation punishable under existing customs laws and regulations, including administrative and criminal penalties, the BOC said.

The BOC thanked the public for bringing the matter to its attention, adding that personnel are doing their best to maintain integrity and public trust in all its operations. The public is also urged to rely only on official BOC sources for verified information, as false claims, fabricated stories, and other malicious content online mislead the public.