BFP chief faces raps over P14.7-M ambulance bribery schemeAn ambulance of the Bureau of Fire Protection as photographed in June 2024 in Taguig City, and Fire Director Jesus Fernandez taking his oath of office in May 2025. The complaint, filed before the Office of the Ombudsman, accuses Fernandez of involvement in a P14.752-million bribery scheme tied to the purchase of Type 1 Basic Life Support ambulances. 3019, or the Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act, as well as direct bribery, malversation of public funds, and conspiracy. Other government officials and private individuals involved in the transaction were also included in the complaint, the DILG said. Alleged bid manipulationThe alleged scheme dates back to September 2024, when the procurement process for the ambulances was supposedly manipulated to favor a particular supplier.

Source: Philippine Star March 05, 2026 16:18 UTC