Chelsea Fernandez, Miss Cosmo Philippines 2025, revealed on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, that she lost P100,000 in cash after accidentally leaving it inside a ride-hailing vehicle she had booked.
Incident After Final Walk
According to Chelsea, the incident occurred just a few hours after her final walk as Miss Cosmo Philippines 2025 during The Miss Philippines coronation ball on May 10. She expressed her frustration and devastation in a social media post.
"She doesn't know it yet, but after this event, she'll lose P100k after leaving it in the car she booked and no one will help and cooperate. I don't know anymore. I feel devastated," she wrote in the caption.
Police Report Filed
Although she did not disclose the name of the Transport Network Vehicle Service, Chelsea confirmed that she has already reported the incident to the police. The pageant winner urged the public to be more careful with their belongings and hoped for assistance in recovering the lost amount.
The incident has sparked discussions online about safety and accountability in ride-hailing services, with many netizens expressing support for Chelsea and calling for better measures to protect passengers' valuables.
