Court denies Jinggoy Estrada's TRO vs ex-DPWH engineer

A San Juan court has denied Senator Jinggoy Estrada's petition for a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) against former DPWH engineer Brice Hernandez.

Estrada sought the TRO to prevent Hernandez from making further accusations against him concerning alleged anomalous flood control kickbacks.

The court ruled that the extreme urgency required for a TRO was no longer present.

Estrada's office clarified that only the TRO was denied, not the petition for a Writ of Preliminary Injunction.

The senator's petition for a Writ of Preliminary Injunction is scheduled for hearing on November 12.

Estrada's office stated that any public statements regarding the case are subject to the sub judice rule.

The senator will continue to pursue all legal remedies available to defend himself and ensure accountability.