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INQToday: Zaldy Co likely in first batch of flood control raps – Remulla
Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla indicated that former Ako Bicol Representative Zaldy Co is likely to be among the first individuals facing charges related to flood control projects.
Remulla mentioned that cases are targeted to be filed before the Sandiganbayan within 30 days, and the initial batch will include several congressmen.
He recalled a Mindoro case that may be part of the charges against Co, who is the only lawmaker publicly identified so far in connection with five ghost flood control projects.
The Ombudsman expressed uncertainty regarding the inclusion of senators in this first wave of legal actions.
Remulla noted that there are up to eight cases related to the flood control controversy pending preliminary investigation.
The Ombudsman will also be issuing suspension orders against corrupt officials involved in the flood control mess in various provinces.
The Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) had previously recommended graft, malversation, and falsification charges against Co and DPWH officials.
Co resigned from Congress on September 29 after failing to comply with Speaker Bojie Dy's order to return to the Philippines and face the allegations against him.
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