A municipal engineer in San Simon, Pampanga, was arrested following allegations of bribery. The individual is accused of demanding ₱50,000 from a resident. The engineer allegedly threatened to close the resident’s warehouse if the payment was not made.
The incident occurred during an entrapment operation by the City Investment and Development Group. Authorities claim the engineer was caught in the act of accepting the bribe. The resident reported the incident to local law enforcement.
This is not the first instance of corruption in the area. Previous reports indicate multiple cases of officials engaging in unethical practices. The local government has expressed concern over the rising incidents and is working to strengthen oversight mechanisms.
The case highlights ongoing challenges in maintaining transparency in local governance. Authorities are now investigating the matter further. No formal charges have been filed yet. The situation remains under review by the relevant agencies.
