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Police maintain security as Romualdez hospitalized in plunder case
Law enforcement has established a perimeter around Cardinal Santos Medical Center in San Juan City where former House Speaker Martin Romualdez remains under custody and receiving medical treatment. Romualdez was arrested Monday in connection with a P7.4-billion plunder case.
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MANILA — Police units continue to maintain security measures around Cardinal Santos Medical Center in San Juan City as former House Speaker Martin Romualdez remains hospitalized following his arrest earlier this week.
Romualdez was taken into custody on Monday in relation to allegations involving P7.4 billion in alleged irregular funds. He is currently undergoing treatment for various medical conditions while remaining under police custody at the medical facility.
The deployment of law enforcement personnel around the hospital reflects standard security protocols for high-profile detainees during court proceedings. The former legislative leader's hospitalization comes as the legal process against him continues.
No additional details regarding the nature of his medical treatment or expected duration of his hospital stay have been disclosed. The case marks a significant development in ongoing investigations into alleged financial irregularities within government operations.