Witness: Saw 'Suitcases' in Ex-Solon's Office Before He Became Representative
A prosecution witness testified before the Sandiganbayan, stating they personally saw four suitcases in the office of a businessman who later became a member of the House of Representatives. The testimony relates to allegations of bribery.
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