CIDG Seizes Over P600,000 Worth of Counterfeit Tire Sealant in Mandaue City Sting

More than P600,000 worth of counterfeit tire sealant was confiscated by the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG)–Cebu City Field Unit following an entrapment operation targeting a Chinese businessman couple.

The operation occurred between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, in Zone 2, A. Del Rosario, Mantuyong, Mandaue City.

Police Lieutenant Colonel Jerick Filosofo, the information officer of CIDG Region 7, stated that the investigation originated from a complaint filed by Koby Tyre Sealant. The company reported sales of fake sealant products mimicking their brand within the area.

Representatives from Koby Tyre Sealant presented the counterfeit items, highlighting their similarity to the authentic product except for the significantly lower price point.

Following a comprehensive information-gathering process, CIDG launched the operation under "Oplan Mega Shopper," the group’s flagship enforcement initiative.

During the raid, authorities confiscated over 300 cartons of the counterfeit Koby Tyre sealant, valued at approximately P604,800. The suspects, identified only by the aliases Melane and Ming, were apprehended and taken into custody.

Legal charges have been filed against the suspects for violating Sections 155 and 168 of Republic Act 9283, the Intellectual Property Code, according to authorities.

This crackdown underscores law enforcement’s commitment to combating intellectual property infringements and protecting consumers from counterfeit goods.