BoC warns vs fraudulent Customs online account
THE Bureau of Customs (BoC) warned the public against fraudulent social media accounts using illegally obtained photos of Customs Commissioner Bienvenido Rubio and making false pretenses and representations.
These unauthorized accounts are misleading individuals by requesting money for customs-related activities, deceiving possible victims into believing that such transactions are legitimate.
The BoC, in a statement, alerted the public that it does not conduct any transactions through social media or other online platforms.
Customs Commissioner Bienvenido Rubio (PHOTO BY: MIKE ALQUINTO)«The Commissioner does not own or operate any social media accounts for customs activities,» it added.
Rubio called on the syndicate behind the fraudulent account to stop deceiving the public or face the consequences of their illegal acts.
He said the BoC has coordinated with the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center to take down the fraudulent accounts and ensure the perpetrators are held accountable.
AdvertisementThe agency also called on the public to remain vigilant and cautious.
«If you come across any suspicious accounts claiming to be the Commissioner and attempting to solicit payments, do not engage with them. Instead, immediately report these fake accounts to the BOC through its verified social media channels, official email, or hotline for further investigation,» it said.
The BoC vowed to take swift legal action against individuals misusing the commissioner's name to exploit others.
It also urged the public to report suspicious accounts to hotline number (02) 87056000.
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