The Case of the Vanishing Corporation

A Due Diligence Deep Dive on Rapid Security & Investigation Agency, Inc.

The Verdict: Dissolved & Unlicensed

Our investigation reveals that while Rapid Security was once a legitimate and successful enterprise, it currently lacks the fundamental legal and regulatory licenses to operate in the Philippines. Engaging with this entity presents significant risks.

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SEC Registered?

NO

Not found in the public database, indicating dissolution or revocation.

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PNP-SOSIA Licensed?

NO

Cannot legally provide security services without this license.

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Historical Legitimacy?

YES

Was a top taxpayer in 2019 and DOLE registered in 2013.

A Reconstructed History

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2013: Formal Compliance

Registered with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) on Dec 16. Operating from Cubao, Quezon City.

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c. 2019: Peak Operation

Achieved major success, listed as a "Top Taxpayer" by the BIR. Likely relocated to Malate, Manila.

3

Post-2019: The Disappearance

Company vanishes from regulatory records. SEC registration likely dissolved, leading to inability to renew other licenses.

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Present Day: Non-Operational

Considered dissolved and not legally authorized to provide security services in the Philippines.

Regulatory Red Flags: A Compliance Snapshot

A company's legal standing is determined by its compliance with key government agencies. The chart below visualizes the stark contrast between Rapid Security's past compliance and its current, non-compliant status.

The Paper Trail: Evidence Breakdown

Conflicting Addresses

The inconsistent address data points to a disrupted operational history, a common red flag for dormant companies.

  • Malate, Manila (c. 2019): Ground Floor 2625 Kassel Condominium, Taft Avenue. The most recent likely HQ.
  • Cubao, Quezon City (2013-2016): 18-4th Avenue, Barangay Bagong Lipunan. Confirmed by official DOLE records.

Strength of Evidence

Not all findings are equal. This chart shows the significance of each piece of evidence uncovered during the investigation.

Risk Assessment & Recommendations

Engaging with an unlicensed and non-registered entity carries severe legal and financial consequences. The path forward requires formal verification.

Engage with Rapid Security?
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High Risk of Legal & Financial Liability
Sign a Service Contract?
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Contract is Likely Void / Unenforceable

Actionable Recommendations

  1. Formal SEC Inquiry: Email `crmd_publicassistance@sec.gov.ph` to request the company's last known status and date of dissolution.
  2. Formal PNP-SOSIA Inquiry: Contact PNP-SOSIA at Camp Crame to confirm the final status of the company's License to Operate.
  3. Formal DOLE Inquiry: Contact DOLE-NCR referencing registration number `NCR-QCFO-7492-1213-188` for the full compliance history.