Flutkontrolle

Illustration depicting DOJ's plunder probe against Zaldy Co, Bong Revilla, and Joel Villanueva over corrupt Bulacan flood projects.

DOJ includes plunder case against Zaldy Co in probe

5. Januar 2026 Von KI berichtet Bild generiert von KI

The Department of Justice has included a plunder complaint against fugitive former lawmaker Zaldy Co in its preliminary investigation into corruption allegations tied to flood control projects in Bulacan. DOJ spokesperson Polo Martinez stated that no counsel appeared for Co, giving him until January 15 to submit a counter-affidavit. The probe also covers former Senator Bong Revilla and Senator Joel Villanueva, both denying involvement in the anomalous projects.

Three flood control cases transferred to Quezon City RTC

The Department of Justice announced that three flood control cases against SYMS Construction Trading and former DPWH officials have been transferred to Quezon City Regional Trial Court branches. DOJ spokesperson Polo Martinez said the cases were originally filed in Bulacan courts in January and February. Pre-trial hearings are set for April.

Chavit Singson to testify before Blue Ribbon on flood control probe

17. März 2026 Von KI berichtet

Former Ilocos Sur governor Chavit Singson will testify in the Senate Blue Ribbon committee's probe into flood control corruption, Senate President Panfilo Lacson announced. The April 14 hearing could occur much earlier. Singson visited Lacson's office on Monday to express his interest.

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Flood control scam raps filed; no big fish

The Office of the Ombudsman has filed two sets of cases related to the multibillion-peso flood control scam, but none involve high-ranking officials. This forms part of a thorough investigation under new Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla. The cases stem from projects in Oriental Mindoro and Davao Occidental worth over P386 million.

Ombudsman demands urgent retrieval of Cabral's gadgets in flood control scam probe

19. Dezember 2025 Von KI berichtet

Following the death of former DPWH Undersecretary Maria Catalina Cabral in Benguet, the Ombudsman has ordered authorities to retrieve her cell phone and gadgets 'at ALL COST' to advance the investigation into anomalous flood control projects. Despite challenges from her death, including autopsy delays, officials emphasize securing digital evidence.

Thousands join second Trillion Peso March against corruption

On November 30, 2025, thousands of Filipinos joined the second Trillion Peso March across the country to protest corruption, especially in flood control projects. The demonstrations called for transparency, return of stolen funds, and ending political dynasties. Though peaceful, the rallies showed disunity in messages, from resignation calls to rejections of them.

Remulla: Alle Verdächtigen im Hochwasserschutz bis 2026 im Gefängnis

27. November 2025 Von KI berichtet

Innenminister Jonvic Remulla erklärte, dass alle Täter von Unregelmäßigkeiten in Hochwasserschutzprojekten bis 2026 inhaftiert werden. Er teilte dies während einer Versammlung von Vizebürgermeistern mit. Dies entspricht dem Versprechen der Regierung von Präsident Marcos gegen Korruption.

Donnerstag, 26. Februar 2026, 08:47 Uhr