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Youth protesters rally at DPWH Bulacan
Around 30 students and members of allied groups protested at the DPWH Bulacan First District Engineering Office, alleging billions of pesos in corruption related to flood control funds.
The protest remained peaceful and concluded without any untoward incidents, with the demonstrators dispersing voluntarily.
Approximately 145 police personnel were deployed to secure the area during the rally.
The protest took place at the same office where bundles of cash were allegedly shown during a House hearing.
Former assistant 1st district engineer Brice Hernandez stated during a House hearing that the bundles of cash were a 'normal' sight.
Former Bulacan 1st district engineer Henry Alcantara claimed the cash stacks were intended for contractors.
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