Young Man Had His Dreams Shattered After Bullets Found in His Luggage at NAIA
TANIM BALA – A young man expressed his frustration after several bullets were found in his luggage at NAIA.
Tanim-bala (which translates to “planted bullet” in English) is a term used in the Philippines to refer to a scam where airport security personnel allegedly plant bullets in passengers’ luggage. Victims are then accused of carrying illegal ammunition and are often forced to pay bribes to avoid legal trouble or missing their flights.
This scheme gained widespread attention in past years, with many travelers, including overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) and tourists, falling victim. The controversy led to investigations and stricter airport security measures to prevent such incidents.
Recently, a young man who was full of excitement as he prepared to leave for another country, hoping to change his family’s life for the better. His dreams were within reach until security personnel at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) stopped him just before his departure.
Four bullets were allegedly found in his luggage. The man, who had carefully packed and checked his belongings multiple times to avoid any trouble, could not believe what was happening.
Many questioned why he would even carry bullets, especially since he had no firearm. It raised concerns about past incidents at the airport where similar cases had been reported. Some believe it could be another case of illegal schemes targeting innocent travelers.
In a previous post, a female passenger confirms ‘tanim bala’ modus operandi was back in NAIA
The situation left many people frustrated, especially since the man had all the necessary documents for his overseas job. Instead of looking forward to a better future, he now faces uncertainty.
The incident emphasizes the need for stricter security measures that focus on real threats rather than questionable accusations. Travelers deserve fair treatment, and authorities must ensure that innocent people are not victimized by suspicious practices.
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