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Ombudsman 'Waiting' for AMLC Freeze Order on Romualdez Assets
Freeze Order on Romualdez's Assets Requested
The Philippine Ombudsman's Office has requested a freeze order from the Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) for the assets and properties of former House Speaker Martin Romualdez. This action is in connection with an investigation into his alleged involvement in anomalous flood control projects. Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla stated in a press briefing on Tuesday (April 22) that a complaint has already been endorsed to the AMLC for a freeze order related to a "money laundering case" against Romualdez.
Travel Denied and Plunder Cases Prepared
Remulla added that Romualdez's request to travel to Singapore for a check-up was denied due to an existing immigration lookout bulletin order against him, preventing him from leaving the Philippines. Meanwhile, Remulla also provided an update on the plunder cases being prepared against Romualdez and former Senate President Chiz Escudero.
*Source: YouTube: ABS-CBN News (2026-04-21)*
