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Ombudsman launches investigation into VP Duterte's asset filing discrepancy
The Office of the Ombudsman has initiated a fact-finding investigation following the National Bureau of Investigation's discovery of alleged inconsistencies in Vice President Sara Duterte's statement of assets, liabilities and net worth.
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MANILA — The Ombudsman's office confirmed Thursday that it is examining findings from the National Bureau of Investigation regarding potential discrepancies in Vice President Sara Duterte's financial disclosure documents.
Office officials stated the matter would undergo an initial fact-finding phase as part of standard investigative procedures. The NBI had previously flagged alleged inconsistencies in Duterte's SALN, or statement of assets, liabilities and net worth, a mandatory financial disclosure requirement for government officials.
The investigation marks the latest development in scrutiny surrounding the Vice President's financial records. Officials indicated the process would follow established protocols before any determination is made regarding the reported discrepancies.
No timeline was provided for completion of the fact-finding phase or subsequent steps that may follow. The Ombudsman's office did not elaborate on the specific nature of the alleged inconsistencies identified by the NBI during its review.
The investigation comes amid ongoing political developments affecting the nation's second-highest government official.