Rent-Tangay Scam Resurfaces in Cebu, Mayor Archival Warns

Rent-Tangay Scam Resurfaces in Cebu, Mayor Archival Warns

Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival has issued a warning against the resurgence of the ‘rent-tangay’ scams in Cebu, where organized groups steal, pawn, or resell rented vehicles using fake documents. These scams have already targeted car rental businesses with no intention of returning the vehicles.

In a statement released Thursday, Archival said criminal groups had already penetrated Cebu and continued targeting car rental businesses by renting vehicles with no intention of returning them. Organized groups using fake documents to rent vehicles then sell them to unsuspecting buyers is a serious issue in Cebu.

According to Archival, the ‘rent-tangay’ scam involves renting vehicles using fake documents, then selling them to unsuspecting buyers. The scam is linked to organized criminal groups that operate in Cebu. These groups have been targeting car rental businesses, making it harder for legitimate businesses to operate.

Archival warned car rental operators against the ‘rent-tangay’ scam, saying that it is a serious threat to the legitimate car rental industry in Cebu. He also assured the public that the police are doing their best to track down the perpetrators of the scam. The police have already arrested several suspects in connection with the scam.

The Cebu City Police Office has launched an investigation into the ‘rent-tangay’ scam. However, Archival said that more needs to be done to prevent the scam from spreading. Archival wants car rental operators to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the police.

Archival’s warning comes after several car rental businesses in Cebu reported that their vehicles had been stolen and sold to unsuspecting buyers using fake documents. This scam is not new to Cebu, but it has gained momentum in recent months, with several car rental businesses falling victim to the scam.

According to reports, the scam involves renting vehicles using fake documents, then selling them to unsuspecting buyers. The buyers are often unaware that the vehicles are stolen or have been used in other crimes. Archival said that the city government is committed to protecting the public from the ‘rent-tangay’ scam, and that they will work with the police to track down the perpetrators and bring them to justice.

The public is also being asked to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the police. Archival said that the public’s cooperation is crucial in preventing the scam from spreading. Archival advised the public to be wary of renting vehicles from unlicensed operators and to always verify the authenticity of the rental agreement.

Archival asked car rental operators to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the police. He also advised the public to be wary of renting vehicles from unlicensed operators and to always verify the authenticity of the rental agreement. The public’s cooperation is crucial in preventing the scam from spreading.

The ‘rent-tangay’ scam is not new to Cebu, but it has gained momentum in recent months, with several car rental businesses falling victim to the scam. According to Archival, this scam is linked to organized criminal groups that operate in Cebu.

Under Philippine law, car rental operators are required to obtain a license from the Land Transportation Office (LTO) before operating their business. However, some operators may not be complying with this requirement, making it easier for scammers to operate. Archival reminded car rental operators to always verify the authenticity of the rental agreement.

The ‘rent-tangay’ scam is a serious threat to the legitimate car rental industry in Cebu, and Archival’s warning is a call to action for car rental operators to take necessary precautions to prevent the scam from spreading. The city government is committed to protecting the public from the ‘rent-tangay’ scam, and will work with the police to track down the perpetrators and bring them to justice.

The public is also being asked to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the police. Archival said that the public’s cooperation is crucial in preventing the scam from spreading. The public should be wary of renting vehicles from unlicensed operators, and should always verify the authenticity of the rental agreement.

Philippine Law Enforcement

The Cebu City Police Office has launched an investigation into the ‘rent-tangay’ scam, and several suspects have been arrested. However, Archival said that more needs to be done to prevent the scam from spreading. Archival wants car rental operators to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the police.

The ‘rent-tangay’ scam has been linked to organized criminal groups that operate in Cebu and use fake documents to rent vehicles, then sell them to unsuspecting buyers. Car rental operators are also reminded to verify the authenticity of the rental agreement and report any suspicious activity to the police. The public should also be wary of renting vehicles from unlicensed operators.

Archival’s warning is also a reminder that car rental operators are required to obtain a license from the Land Transportation Office (LTO) before operating their business. The public is also being asked to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the police. The cooperation of the public is crucial in preventing the scam from spreading.

Archival said, ‘We urge all car rental operators to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the police. The public should also be wary of renting vehicles from unlicensed operators, and should always verify the authenticity of the rental agreement.’

The city government is committed to protecting the public from the ‘rent-tangay’ scam, and will work with the police to track down the perpetrators and bring them to justice. Archival’s warning is a timely reminder to car rental operators in Cebu to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the police.