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No truth to allegation that leaking roof in PhilHealth Dagupan destroyed vital documents
Senators suspect a "mafia" within PhilHealth intentionally caused a roof leak at the PhilHealth Region 1 office in Dagupan City to obstruct investigations into corruption, which allegedly involve P15 billion in fraud.
The leak damaged documents and computers, which Senator Francis Pangilinan called a "blatant insult" to Senate hearings.
Senator Christopher "Bong" Go questioned the lack of roof repair despite sufficient funds.
Senator Panfilo Lacson believes the leak was the "handiwork of in-house PhilHealth mafia" designed to cover up corruption.
However, PhilHealth Regional Vice President Alberto C. Manduriao denies any cover-up, stating that all documents are intact and were safely secured.
Manduriao explained the leak occurred during a heavy downpour and was investigated by the PNP, BFP, and NBI.
The DOJ stated the roof leak was caused by a clogged drain, though records were reportedly saved while computers were damaged.
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