In a striking turn of events in Manila, prosecutors have presented evidence in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, revealing substantial balances in her bank accounts that allegedly contradict her publicly declared financial statements.
Financial Discrepancies Come to Light
The prosecution has identified over 30 active accounts held by Duterte and her husband, lawyer Manases Carpio, across eight banks. These accounts accumulated year-end balances of more than P59 million in 2022, P71 million in 2023, and significant amounts in subsequent years.
The records cover at least 30 active accounts across eight banks for the years 2022 to 2025.
James Bryan Ibrahim Alih, Private Prosecutor
Bank representatives have been summoned to confirm these records. Initial testimonies highlighted discrepancies between the reported balances and the balances in Duterte's Statements of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth (SALNs).
Key Banks Involved
Witnesses from various banks have begun to testify. Notable banks and their associated accounts include: As the trial progresses, further testimony from bank officials is anticipated, which could shed more light on the financial dealings of Duterte and Carpio.