Woman Arrested in Davao City for Alleged P1.12-Million Housing Fraud
A woman accused of pretending as an Pag-IBIG agent was arrested in Davao City over alleged P1 million. housing scam.
On July 7, 2026, 2026, the 34-year-old suspect, identified only by the alias Lyza, was taken into custody during a coordinated operation carried out by the Philippine National Police and Pag-IBIG Fund officials.
The arrest happened while she was reportedly handling housing-related paperwork and assisting individuals with transactions connected to the government housing agency.
According to investigators, the woman allegedly presented herself as someone authorized to process housing applications and property purchases through Pag-IBIG. She reportedly offered several foreclosed homes located in different areas of Davao City and convinced potential buyers that she could help them acquire the properties more quickly.
Authorities said the scheme attracted clients who believed they were dealing with a legitimate representative. One buyer allegedly handed over P1 million after being promised ownership of several residential properties.
The transaction appeared legitimate at first, but questions later arose regarding the authenticity of the documents that were provided.
A verification conducted by Pag-IBIG Fund reportedly revealed that the paperwork was not genuine. Officials also confirmed that the suspect was not connected to the agency and had no authority to conduct transactions on its behalf.
The suspect allegedly requested an additional P120,000 from the client to supposedly complete the housing process. This prompted the complainant to seek help from the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group, which eventually led to the operation and arrest.
The woman is expected to face charges that may include estafa, usurpation of authority, and violations of the Anti-Red Tape Act.
The authorities urged the public to be careful when dealing with individuals claiming to represent government agencies. They reminded citizens to verify identities, credentials, and authorizations before making payments or entering into any transaction.
Meanwhile, investigators continue to look into the case to determine whether other people may have also fallen victim to the alleged housing scam.
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