Former Ako-Bicol party-list representative Zaldy Co is facing allegations after an Anti-Money Laundering Council (Anti-Money Laundering Council) witness told the Sandiganbayan (Sandiganbayan) that he allegedly received about P802 million from contractor Sunwest Inc. between 2019 and 2025.
Financial testimony claimed the transactions suggest Co’s beneficial ownership of Sunwest despite his alleged divestment, raising concerns over possible conflicts of interest involving government-linked projects with the Department of Public Works and Highways (Department of Public Works and Highways).
Prosecutors argued that the funds indicate Co improperly benefited from government contracts, as lawmakers are prohibited from maintaining business interests.
In a separate case, former senator Ramon Revilla Jr. and co-accused face malversation charges after a DPWH inspection reportedly found no structures at a supposed flood control project site in Pandi, Bulacan.
Meanwhile, Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla said authorities are pushing for an Interpol (International Criminal Police Organization) red notice against Co, who is believed to be in hiding abroad.
Source: PhilNews24 | April 8, 2026
