DAVAO CITY — Authorities are now tracking down three “persons of interest” believed to be behind a rental scam that led to the disappearance of two high-end vehicles on December 15 between 5:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
According to reports, the suspects rented a white Toyota Fortuner Q 2025 (with plate number LAP 1903) from Zamora Liners Car Rental, and a silver Nissan Terra 2025 (with plate number VH755A) from Kates Land Transport, before vanishing without a trace.
Police identified the suspects as:
- Dexter Jhon Pedrajas, also known as “DEj Ay”
- Queenny Dancel Alcantara, who allegedly used a fake driver’s license under the name Juliana Marquez
- Charles Mike Abrilla, who reportedly used the alias Joshua Miguel De Vera
Investigators later discovered that the GPS tracking devices attached to both vehicles were forcibly removed in Mintal, prompting authorities to place the vehicles under a nationwide alert. All Highway Patrol Group (HPG) and Philippine National Police (PNP) stations have been notified to intercept the stolen units.
Public Assistance Needed
Authorities and rental company owners are calling on the public for immediate assistance. Anyone who has seen the vehicles or has reliable information about the suspects’ whereabouts is urged to contact:
Zamora Liners Car Rental – Davao
📞 Jonel: 0906 366 7408
📞 Vicky: 0933 358 4777
Kates Land Transport
📞 Catherine: 0907 722 5910 / 0966 659 2329
📞 Additional Hotlines: 0946 364 3360 / 0946 065 7194
The companies have offered a reward for useful information leading to the recovery of the vehicles and the arrest of those responsible.
Authorities also advise the public to immediately coordinate with the nearest police station or Highway Patrol Group should they encounter the suspects or the missing vehicles.
Law enforcement officials warn other rental businesses to stay vigilant, as the suspects may continue their scheme elsewhere.