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P13 million frozen chicken seized at MICP
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) seized two container vans of smuggled frozen chicken and fish balls from China valued at P12.96 million at the Manila International Container Port.
The shipment was declared as processed food but was found to contain frozen chicken breasts and fish balls.
Authorities believe the smugglers employed a 'layering' technique, concealing the chicken behind boxes of declared goods.
The BOC has identified the consignee and is investigating other individuals involved in the smuggling operation.
Senator Francis Pangilinan highlighted that the smuggled chicken poses health risks, including potential bird flu and E. coli contamination, and threatens the local poultry industry.
The confiscated goods will be sent to the Bureau of Animal Industry for testing.
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