Man Using “Bangga-Higa” Modus in Cagayan de Oro City Caught on Camera
“Bangga-Higa” modus in Cagayan de Oro City was captured on dashcam video, exposing this fraudulent activity.
Fraudulent activities encompass a wide range of deceptive or illegal actions carried out to gain an unfair advantage or financial benefit. These activities can occur in various contexts, including finance, commerce, healthcare, insurance, and online platforms.
“Modus operandi” refers to the characteristic way in which a person or group carries out their activities. Each individual or group may develop a distinct modus operandi based on their preferences, capabilities, and experiences.
It encompasses the patterns, techniques, procedures, and behaviors consistently used by individuals or groups when committing crimes. This can include specific methods of entry, tools used, timing of the crime, and choice of targets.
A modus operandi may include signature behaviors or personal touches that reflect the suspect’s psychological or emotional characteristics.
Recently, a fraudulent activity in Cagayan de Oro City was caught on camera after a suspicious individual used the “Bangga-Higa” modus to earn instant money. The post elicited various reactions from netizens.
In the video taken along CM Recto Avenue, a man in a white shirt can be seen crossing the road. As a white pickup truck passes by, the man suddenly falls to the ground, pretending to have been hit.
According to the police, this is a scheme aimed at extorting money from motorists. Authorities have warned drivers to be vigilant against such scams.
The Philippine National Police has also called on the truck driver to come forward and cooperate with them to locate and arrest the suspect.
In another post, a male passenger warns public against ‘ketchup modus’
The incident reminds everyone to stay alert and cautious while on the road, as scams like these can happen unexpectedly.
The social media users expressed their reactions to the incident: