Derek Ramsay at kaibigan, kusang isinuko Porsche 918, kanilang mga lisensya sa LTO

• Derek Ramsay and businessman AJ Violago shocked officials by turning themselves in to the LTO ahead of their official hearing date
• Derek and his companion voluntarily surrendered the multi-million-peso luxury Porsche and their driver's licenses
• The car owner honestly admitted to the traffic infraction, apologizing for the unauthorized plate modification issue
• Authorities placed the high-end vehicle under impound status while the ongoing investigation determines final penalties

Popular film and television star Derek Ramsay stunned transportation authorities when he and his close friend, businessman Anthony Violago, abruptly walked into the Land Transportation Office ahead of their scheduled August 24 hearing to voluntarily surrender a multi-million-peso luxury vehicle and their driver’s licenses.

Rather than waiting for the official summons, the high-profile pair appeared at the agency's headquarters on Monday, August 17, handing over both the iconic Porsche 918 Spyder and their respective driver's licenses in an unexpected move that immediately captured national headlines.

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According to a report by GMA News posted on Facebook, this sudden appearance shifted the entire tone of the high-stakes traffic controversy.

Addressing the media following the unexpected surrender, LTO Chief Assistant Secretary Marcus Lacanilao confirmed that the duo took full accountability for the infraction.

"Humingi ng paumanhin ang dalawa at inamin ang kanilang pagkakamali, habang nangakong makikipagtulungan sa imbestigasyon," Asec. Lacanilao stated, highlighting their cooperative stance during the brief proceedings.

The investigation was triggered after the ultra-expensive supercar was flagged for allegedly sporting an unauthorized, modified plate bearing personal initials rather than the standard registered configuration.

Providing context to the administrative violation, Anthony explained that the swap was made because he intended to use his initials for a specific upcoming public event.

At the time of the initial road incident, Derek was actually out of the country, though records confirm he remains the registered owner of the high-end vehicle.

Despite being abroad when the vehicle was caught, Derek chose to face the regulatory scrutiny head-on alongside his longtime friend to clear any lingering misconceptions and demonstrate absolute respect for the law.

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As the legal and administrative process moves forward, the consequences are becoming clear. Agency officials noted that the traffic breach carries a standard penalty fine of P5,000, alongside potential license suspension or complete revocation pending the final resolution by the LTO Intelligence and Investigation Division.

Meanwhile, the stunning supercar remains safely secured and impounded within the agency's compound while investigators finalize their administrative evaluation.

A prominent figure in the Philippine entertainment scene, Derek Ramsay is widely recognized as a versatile actor, competitive athlete, and successful entrepreneur. Beyond his thriving showbiz career and passion for sports, he frequently captures media attention for his personal milestones and upcoming industry projects.

It can be recalled that Derek has firmly rejected allegations that he operated a motor vehicle carrying an unauthorized or fraudulent license plate amidst an active LTO inquiry. Emphasizing that his personal automobiles are fully compliant, he publicly advised netizens to thoroughly review official agency declarations to avoid misinformation. Preliminary agency discoveries revealed that while the high-end sports car was previously transferred to a private businessman, official registration titles were still under the celebrity's name. The television star explicitly expressed his full readiness to collaborate with regulatory bodies and personally attend hearings if officially summoned.

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He publicly addressed the controversy surrounding his Porsche 918 Spyder after transportation regulators launched a formal probe into an allegedly modified registration tag. The transport department previously noted discrepancies between the vehicle's displayed alphanumeric sequence and its officially assigned records. Reiterating his innocence, the well-known performer maintained that he never drove any automobile outfitted with fraudulent markers and confirmed his fleet's complete legality. Although official notices had not yet reached him at the time, the actor committed to cooperating seamlessly with the regulatory body and presenting himself whenever mandated.

Source: KAMI.com.gh