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7 CIW Officials and Personnel Face Charges Over Missing Trust Fund
The Bureau of Corrections in the Philippines has ordered the filing of criminal, administrative, and civil cases against seven personnel, including two former superintendents of the Correctional Institution for Women (CIW), for alleged irregularities in the handling of trust funds for persons deprived of liberty (PDLs).
MANILA, Philippines — Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) Director Gen. Gregorio Pio Catapang Jr. on Wednesday ordered the filing of criminal, administrative and civil cases against two former Correctional Institution for Women (CIW) superintendents and five other personnel over alleged irregularities in the handling of funds for persons deprived of liberty (PDLs). In a statement, Catapang identified the former CIW superintendents as Rita Panio Bangalro and the current superintendent as Sharon Aguilar. The five other personnel are also implicated in the alleged irregularities. The directive from Catapang comes after an internal audit and investigation revealed discrepancies and potential misuse of trust funds allocated for PDLs within the CIW. While the exact amount of the missing funds and the specific nature of the alleged irregularities have not yet been fully disclosed, BuCor officials stated that the cases will focus on financial mismanagement and potential graft. This move by BuCor aims to uphold accountability and transparency within the correctional system, ensuring that funds intended for the welfare and rehabilitation of PDLs are managed properly and ethically. Information Source: Inquirer NewsInfo
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