Vice President Sara Duterte claims that recent statements regarding former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque has sparked speculations on his whereabouts.
Speculations have surfaced regarding former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque allegedly leaving the Philippines amidst an ongoing investigation linking him to questionable activities involving Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs).
This follows statements from Vice President Sara Duterte hinting at his possible departure. Authorities earlier described Roque as a “fugitive.”
"Look at Sec. Harry Roque, ayaw umalis non sa bansa kasi yung mga anak niya maiiwanan. Pero look at him, umalis na lang (Look at Sec. Harry Roque, didn't want to leave the country because his children would be left behind. But look at him now, he left anyway)," Vice President Duterte said, as reported by the Philippine Star.
"But no, hindi, bastos sila, bastos din kami (But no, they're rude, so we'll be rude too)," she added during her November 23, 2024 virtual press conference.
The House of Representatives Quad Committee issued an arrest order for Harry Roque on September 12 after he failed to appear before the panel and submit documents related to an inquiry into his alleged unexplained wealth. The investigation links Roque to Lucky South 99, an alleged POGO based in Porac, Pampanga.
On August 6, Roque was placed under an Immigration Lookout Bulletin, which tracks international travel but does not restrict individuals from leaving the country. This loophole could have allowed Roque to depart despite ongoing legal scrutiny.
Roque has denied being a fugitive, claiming he is not evading justice.
He has also been allegedly linked to the controversial Lucky South 99 POGO hub in Porac, Pampanga, which lawmakers are currently investigating.
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