Senate wraps up hearings on Bamban mayor's POGO ties
The Senate is set to conclude its hearings on dismissed Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo and her alleged ties to illegal Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs) this week.
Senate Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada stated that the committee failed to obtain all necessary information from Guo during previous investigations, noting it was frustrating after nearly four months of inquiry.
On Tuesday morning, Guo arrived at the Senate from Pasig City Jail for the final hearing scheduled earlier.
Estrada emphasized the Senate's interest in exploring potential illegal activities between Guo and Sual, Pangasinan Mayor Liseldo 'Dong' Calugay, including allegations of money laundering.
Guo faces charges for graft, qualified human trafficking, money laundering, and tax evasion after being apprehended in Indonesia and returned to face charges on September 6.
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