BFP warns businesses against food order scams
By Glazyl M. Jopson BACOLOD CITY — The Bureau of Fire Protection in Bacolod City and Negros Occidental has warned business establishments and the public against food order scams involving individuals falsely claiming to represent the BFP. Two incidents were reported in Himamaylan City and Binalbagan town on April 24. In an advisory, the Himamaylan
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By Glazyl M. Jopson
BACOLOD CITY — The Bureau of Fire Protection in Bacolod City and Negros Occidental has warned business establishments and the public against food order scams involving individuals falsely claiming to represent the BFP.
Two incidents were reported in Himamaylan City and Binalbagan town on April 24.
In an advisory, the Himamaylan City Fire Station informed the public about a scam involving an individual falsely posing as Fire Insp. Jereck Barbas, acting city fire marshal.
The person reportedly placed food orders at Sinukad while misrepresenting himself as a government official.
“Please be advised that this transaction is not authorized and is a form of fraud,” BFP-Himamaylan said in a statement.
The fire station urged business establishments and the public to remain vigilant and take extra precautions when dealing with unfamiliar or suspicious orders, especially those supposedly made by government personnel.
The BFP advised businesses to always verify the identity of persons placing large or unusual orders.
It also reminded establishments not to rely solely on phone calls or messages and to confirm transactions through official channels.
The agency also urged the public to be cautious of urgent requests or those asking for special treatment.
Businesses were also advised to avoid sending money, goods, or services without proper validation.
The BFP urged the public to immediately report suspicious transactions to authorities if they encounter similar incidents.
“Let us work together to prevent fraud and protect our community,” it said.
BFP-Bacolod also urged the public to remain vigilant against scammers placing large and elaborate food orders to deceive restaurants and catering services, often resulting in nonpayment or fraudulent transactions.
Fire Supt. Jenny Mae Masip, Bacolod city fire marshal, said BFP personnel do not make unofficial or personal food orders under the name of the fire station.
She added that all legitimate transactions undergo proper coordination, official procurement processes, and complete documentation.
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