Sandigan orders attachment of Zaldy Co’s 16 properties valued at P215M

MANILA, Philippines — The Sandiganbayan has granted the prosecution’s ex-parte motion for the issuance of a writ of preliminary attachment, temporarily placing 16 properties—including condominium units and land—owned by former lawmaker Elizaldy “Zaldy” Co under court custody, with a total value of over P215 million.  An ex-parte motion is a formal request asking the court