DPWH chair Engr. Larry Reyes dies, agency denies links to corruption probe

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) confirmed the death of Engr. Larry Reyes, chair of the Bids and Awards Committee for the DPWH Sorsogon First District Engineering Office.

Reyes' death was initially reported on social media, with some netizens linking it to the ongoing flood control corruption controversy.

The DPWH stated that the death is a private and personal matter and not related to any agency issues, while also confirming that the family has requested privacy.

The department mourned Reyes' passing and urged the public and media to respect the family's need for privacy and to cease spreading unverified reports.

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