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10 'Maleta Boys' Released After Posting Bail for Perjury
Ten alleged bagmen of former lawmaker Zaldy Co have been released from police custody after posting bail for four counts of perjury, their lawyer announced Saturday. They were arrested Friday and brought to the Las Piñas City Police Station.
MANILA, Philippines — The 10 individuals identified as alleged bagmen of former lawmaker Zaldy Co have been released from police custody after posting bail for four counts of perjury, their legal counsel Levito Baligod announced on Saturday. The group was arrested by police and brought to the Las Piñas City Police Station on Friday. Baligod confirmed that the 10 were indicted for perjury but were granted bail, each posting P10,000, leading to their release. This development is reportedly linked to ongoing investigations into corruption allegations involving Mr. Co. Corruption has been a persistent issue in Philippine politics, with the public closely watching the progress of judicial proceedings against influential figures and their associates.
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