MANILA – The Bureau of Customs (BOC) has taken possession of 12 luxury vehicles following the execution of a search warrant at the Pasig City residence of the Discaya family on Tuesday, September 2, 2025. The vehicles,initially numbering ten as unaccounted for,where gradually secured throughout the day,with the final three expected to be turned over shortly.
The seizure stems from an examination into potential smuggling and misdeclaration of imported vehicles linked to St. Gerrard Construction General Contractor and Growth Corp. The BOC is now reviewing import records for each vehicle to ensure full compliance with customs regulations, a process that could lead to further legal action. This case highlights the BOC’s ongoing efforts to combat illegal vehicle importation and protect government revenue.
Among the vehicles secured are a Rolls Royce Cullinan, Bentley Bentayga, Mercedes Benz G-500, Mercedes AMG G 63 AMG, Toyota Tundra, Toyota Sequoia, and Cadillac Escalade. seven vehicles were surrendered to the BOC and are currently secured at the firm’s compound.BOC Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno stated that the remaining three vehicles - a GMC Yukon Denali and two Lincoln Navigator – are currently undergoing repairs at service centers and will be surrendered upon completion. Earlier in the day, the search warrant, issued by the Regional Trial Court of Manila Branch 18, led to the discovery of a Toyota LC300 3.3 V6 ZX AT SUV 2024 and a Maserati Levante Modena 2022.
All vehicles are now sealed and under 24-hour guard by BOC personnel and the Philippine Coast Guard. The Discaya family may face a probe regarding the vehicles, according to reports. (PNA)
