P221 million smuggled gadgets seizedStock image of people using their mobile phone. MANILA, Philippines — Smuggled cellphones and other gadgets valued at P221.5 million were intercepted in Quezon City on Wednesday. Gen. Hansel Marantan said police officers noticed the convoy of trucks for traffic violations, such as fraudulent license plates. The HPG said it received information about a convoy of trucks allegedly transporting illegal goods from Central Luzon to Metro Manila. The gadgets were turned over to the Bureau of Customs for further investigation.

Source: Philippine Star January 29, 2026 16:52 UTC