The Bureau of Customs (BoC) issued a warning Tuesday against a fraudulent “Warrant of Seizure and Detention” circulating online that falsely claims authorities intercepted $1 million in undeclared cash at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA).

The counterfeit document alleges that a cash shipment was seized upon arrival and was being held pending forfeiture proceedings and a referral to the Anti-Money Laundering Council.

The fraudulent warrant features the name and forged signature of BoC-NAIA District Collector Atty. Yasmin O. Mapa.

“The BoC clarifies that no such warrant, notice, or demand has been issued in connection with this matter,” the agency said in a statement.

Officials stressed that authentic warrants are never served via social media or unofficial online platforms as the BoC reiterated that all legitimate Warrants of Seizure and Detention are issued and served only through formal, authorized government channels.

The public is urged to verify any suspicious documents claiming to be from the bureau to avoid falling victim to potential scams.