PHThe Sandiganbayan Sixth Division rejected a request by former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) officials to dismiss a P289-million malversation case involving alleged irregularities in flood control projects. The case centers around the Sunwest project, linked to former party-list representative Zaldy Co, which prosecutors claim had serious structural issues. The court dismissed the motion for reconsideration, stating the defense merely repeated previous arguments. The court emphasized that granting the motion would cause unnecessary delays. While the defense can still file a demurrer to evidence without prior approval, they recently learned of the court's decision and requested a postponement to prepare their response. The trial is set to resume on June 30.
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