Sandigan upholds ruling on ex-La Union town treasurer, modifies penalty

2026-01-26 - 08:49

MANILA, Philippines — The Sandiganbayan has upheld its decision convicting former Bangar, La Union municipal treasurer Saturnino Dingle of malversation in connection with more than P16 million in public funds, while modifying his penalty to reclusion perpetua. In a 26-page decision dated January 23, the Sandiganbayan Second Division explained that it adjusted the penalty imposed