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House quad-committee issues subpoena to ex-Roque aide AR Dela Serna
The House quad-committee has issued a subpoena to Alberto Rodulfo Dela Serna, former executive assistant to spokesperson Harry Roque, for his non-appearance at a hearing concerning Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs).
Dela Serna's absence prompted Rep. Joseph Stephen Paduano to question the validity of his excuse letter and subsequently move for the issuance of a subpoena.
Dela Serna was previously issued a show cause order as part of the ongoing investigation into alleged links between POGOs, illegal drugs, land acquisition by Chinese nationals, and extrajudicial killings.
Dela Serna's connection to Roque surfaced during a raid on a POGO hub where his appointment papers as executive assistant were found.
Authorities also discovered an affidavit from Roque taking responsibility for Dela Serna's travel expenses to Poland, Ukraine, and Italy in October 2023.
These discoveries have led to scrutiny regarding the nature of their relationship and the legitimacy of their travels.
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Former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque was detained for 24 hours by a House of Representatives quad-committee for alleged dishonesty.
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The Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) is investigating former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque for possible involvement in illegal Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs).
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