An official of the Bureau of Customs (BoC) on Tuesday labeled as “hoax” several news reports indicating the bureau has slapped charges against a local cigarette manufacturer and 101 importers due to questionable shipments.

Col. Neil Anthony Estrella, BoC spokesperson said the agency is still in the process of reviewing the matter and that they did not release any statement on the filing of any case.

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