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DOJ: 3 sacked engineers, Discayas considered ‘protected witnesses’
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has granted protected witness status to contractors Curlee and Sarah Discaya, and former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) officials Henry Alcantara, Brice Hernandez, and Jaypee Mendoza.
Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin "Boying" Remulla stated that the DOJ will provide security for these witnesses and coordinate with the Philippine National Police (PNP) for patrols.
The DOJ has formally informed the Senate President of the witnesses' status.
Remulla clarified that while they are under witness protection, they are not yet considered state witnesses, emphasizing that full immunity from criminal liability is reserved for those who reveal the entire truth.
He noted that the former DPWH officials are showing good faith by providing documents and that Hernandez has already returned some assets, committing to return more.
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