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The BIR charged the Discaya contractors with evading P7.18B in taxes from 2018–2021, citing unfiled returns and improper claims.
The Bureau of Internal Revenue has filed criminal tax evasion charges against contractors Sarah and Curlee Discaya, alleging P7.18 billion in unpaid taxes from 2018 to 2021, including income, excise, and documentary stamp taxes.
The BIR claims they failed to file returns, paid no excise taxes on nine luxury vehicles, and improperly claimed divestment from four construction firms despite no tax-compliant transfers.
A corporate officer from St. Gerrard Construction is also named.
The cases were submitted to the DOJ after a 2024 investigation delayed by the couple’s non-cooperation.
BIR Commissioner Romeo Lumagui Jr. said the charges represent only part of potential liabilities, with ongoing audits expected to uncover more.
The Discayas are under scrutiny amid a broader probe into questionable flood control projects.
El BIR acusó a los contratistas de Discaya de evadir P7.18B en impuestos desde 20182021, citando declaraciones no presentadas y reclamos indebidos.