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Dismissed DPWH engineer 'guilty' of admin raps - Dizon
Former Bulacan first district engineer Henry Alcantara has been found guilty of administrative offenses, including disloyalty, grave misconduct, and gross neglect in the performance of duty by Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon.
The decision, issued on September 4, 2025, stems from an administrative case filed by former DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan.
Alcantara is considered a key figure in the probe into anomalous flood control projects.
He was also found guilty of conduct prejudicial to the best interest of the service.
As a result of the ruling, Alcantara is dismissed from service and perpetually disqualified from holding public office.
DPWH Secretary Dizon stated that criminal charges will be recommended against Alcantara and others involved to achieve justice for their embezzlement of public funds.
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