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Sen. Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada speaks during a plenary session on May 6, 2026.
Senate of the Philippines via Facebook
MANILA, Philippines — The Office of the Ombudsman has officially filed plunder and malversation charges against Sen. Jinggoy Estrada.
The Ombudsman, through Assistant Ombudsman Mico Clavano, filed the charges against Estrada before the anti-graft court on Thursday, May 28.
Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla first revealed on May 26 that the office would file criminal charges against Estrada.
The cases against Estrada stemmed from the recommendation of the Department of Justice (DOJ), which conducted a preliminary investigation triggered by the criminal complaint lodged by the National Bureau of Investigation-DOJ Public Works and Bid-Rigging Task Force.
In its resolution, the DOJ recommended the filing of plunder charges under Republic Act 7080, as well as graft charges under Sections 3(b) and 3(e) of Republic Act 3019, or the Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act.
The DOJ also recommended charges for direct bribery and receiving gifts by public officers under Article 210 of the Revised Penal Code, as well as corruption of public officials under Article 212 against complicit private individuals and entities.
Prosecutors also alleged that Estrada, several former public works officials and private contractors manipulated budget allocations and public bidding to divert public funds.
Aside from Estrada, other respondents in the charges are former DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan, former Usec. Roberto Bernardo, Gerard Opulencia, Henry Alcantara, Bong Dinglasan, Bong Dinglasan, Denryl Caesar Cortuna, Manny Bulusan, Arturo Gonzales and several Jane and John Does.
This is a developing story. Details to follow.
