Vico Sotto urges protesters to avoid violence amid corruption allegations

Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto urged protesters to avoid violence amidst their frustration over alleged corruption in flood control projects.

Protesters expressed their anger by throwing mud and spray-painting derogatory words like 'magnanakaw' (thief) and 'corrupt' on the gate of St. Gerrard Construction, a company owned by the Discaya couple.

Mayor Sotto conveyed his concern for the safety of security guards, workers, and the protesters themselves, emphasizing that resorting to violence would not harm the corrupt individuals but potentially endanger others.

He assured the public that the Pasig local government remains committed to pursuing investigations, building cases, and prosecuting those involved in corrupt practices, extending beyond just the Discaya companies.

Sotto encouraged the public not to lose hope, stating that the current momentum is in favor of justice and that his administration will do everything within its power to assist in the ongoing efforts.