THE Davao City Police Office (DCPO) arrested a 47-year-old driver on April 6, 2025, for violating the Tariff and Customs Code of the Philippines and Republic Act 10643. The suspect, identified only as alias Ervin, was caught transporting 200 boxes of D&G cigarettes valued at approximately P2.5 million.
Ervin was apprehended when his white Isuzu 14-wheeler truck, pulling a 40-foot container van, was flagged down at a routine checkpoint along Libby Road in Barangay Bago Gallera, Davao City. During the inspection, authorities found the concealed contraband cigarettes inside the container.
The authorities reported that Ervin failed to provide the necessary documents for the shipment, leading to his immediate arrest. Both the vehicle and the cargo were seized.
The DCPO is now coordinating with the Bureau of Customs (BOC) for further investigation and case handling. The suspect remains in police custody facing charges. DEF