Cagayan Rep. Lara under probe for possible plunder

Inquirer.net - Oct 17, 2026

MANILA, Philippines—The Office of the Ombudsman on Saturday said it has initiated a preliminary investigation against Cagayan Rep. Joseph Lasam Lara and members of his family over alleged financial interests in construction companies that bagged billions worth of government contracts. In a statement, the Ombudsman said Lara is being probed for possible plunder under Republic

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Cagayan Rep. Lara under probe for possible plunder

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