A former official from the Department of Public Works and Highways plans to utilize the absence of necessary construction machinery as a primary defense strategy. The individual is currently facing malversation charges alongside former Ako Bicol Representative Zaldy Co. The legal proceedings, overseen by the Sandiganbayan’s Sixth Division, involve allegations regarding a road dike project located in Naujan, Oriental Mindoro. The project, valued at 289.4 million pesos and executed by Sunwest, is the subject of scrutiny regarding its adherence to official government construction standards. The defendant argues that the lack of specialized equipment prevented the proper verification of the project's compliance with established regulations. This case remains a significant point of interest as the court examines the accountability of public officials involved in the infrastructure initiative.
Source : Philippine Daily Inquirer
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