Ex-Albay Gov acquitted of indirect bribery over jueteng
The Sandiganbayan Third Division acquitted former Albay Gov. Edcel Greco Lagman of indirect bribery and violation of the Anti-Illegal Gambling law, citing recanted testimonies from witnesses alleging his involvement in jueteng operations.
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