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PGH submits medical report on Romualdez to Sandiganbayan court
The Philippine General Hospital has submitted a medical examination report on former House Speaker Martin Romualdez to the Sandiganbayan, which will determine his detention status as he faces a nonbailable plunder charge.
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MANILA — The Philippine General Hospital (PGH) delivered a medical examination report to the Sandiganbayan on Sunday regarding former House Speaker Martin Romualdez, who is accused of plunder in a case that carries no bail provision.
The medical assessment will form the basis for determining Romualdez's continued hospitalization or transfer to the New Quezon City Jail in Payatas City, according to court proceedings. The evaluation comes as Romualdez remains under judicial custody while facing the serious financial crime allegations.
The submission of the medical report marks a significant procedural step in the high-profile case, allowing the Sandiganbayan to make an informed decision about the former legislator's detention arrangements. The court will review the hospital's findings before issuing directives on Romualdez's custody status moving forward.