Lawyer Levito Baligod reportedly asked 25 former security aides of ex-Rep. Elizaldy Co to join the cause of '18 bodyguards' in a case where they denied delivering cash in suitcases.

The recantation of four 'maleta boys' has brought scrutiny to the methods of Duterte supporters, with implications for lawyer Jude Sabio Baligod who may face additional charges if the recantations are deemed legitimate.

The Department of Justice has found sufficient basis to file cyberlibel and perjury cases against lawyer Levito Baligod and 18 alleged bagmen.

An arrest warrant has been issued for lawyer Ferdinand Baligod on charges of cyberlibel. The case was filed by the chief of the Department of Agriculture.

Iloilo Representative Janette Garin has filed a cyberlibel and perjury complaint against lawyer Levi Baligod and 18 former bodyguards of Elizaldy Co, following accusations of receiving illicit funds.

Lawyer Levi Baligod has admitted to a second error, stating that two former soldiers wrongly implicated Senator Loren Legarda in their affidavit concerning a flood control case.

An investigation into a multibillion-peso cash delivery scheme is expanding, with 18 former Marines testifying and 14 additional witnesses prepared to implicate a wider network.

Another 14 former employees of ex-Congressman Zaldy Co are prepared to testify before the Senate investigation, according to Atty. Levito Baligod, adding to the 18 who previously claimed to be his bagmen.

Manila 3rd District Rep. Joel Chua has filed libel and cyberlibel complaints against 18 alleged former Marines and their counsel, who claimed to be bagmen for a resigned party-list representative.

Only six of the 18 alleged former Marines signed their written statements during interviews with the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI), as their counsel requested a review of the documents first. This development is part of the ongoing investigation into allegations that former Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman personally received cash from the alleged ex-Marines.

The Office of the Ombudsman in the Philippines is also seeking to interview 18 alleged former Marines, a move a lawyer has criticized as a 'duplication' given that the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) is already conducting its own probe into the matter.

New complaints of perjury and cyberlibel have been lodged against lawyer Levi Baligod and 18 individuals, mostly former Marines, who previously claimed to have delivered large sums of cash to prominent politicians.

Perjury complaints have been filed by former senator Antonio Trillanes IV against 18 men who claimed to be former Marines, over their allegations that they delivered suitcases and paper bags containing cash to him and several others.

Levi Baligod, the lawyer representing the former soldiers, arrived at the Ombudsman on Thursday, February 28, for the affidavit to be referred for investigation.

Atty. Levito Baligod, counsel for the 'Maleta boys,' announced plans to submit evidence, including audio recordings and text messages, to the Office of the Ombudsman to counter former group members' recantations.

Lawyer Levito Baligod, representing 18 alleged former bagmen known as the 'maleta boys,' appealed for public support after a court failed to process their bail application.

The National Prosecution Service in the Philippines has given the green light to file criminal charges against lawyer Levito Baligod and 18 alleged 'maleta boys' (suitcase boys).

The Ombudsman is continuing its investigation by interviewing 18 individuals identified as Zaldy Co's alleged 'bodyguards.' This comes as a Manila solon has filed libel and cyber libel charges against Co's alleged 'bagmen,' lawyer, and the 18 former bodyguards.

Rep. Benny Abante (Manila's 6th District) has filed libel complaints against lawyer Levi Baligod and 18 former soldiers concerning their testimonies alleging that the lawmaker received bags of money.

A legal dispute has emerged regarding the 'bagmen' case, with Matibag claiming the alleged bagmen's testimony is weak and mostly hearsay. In response, Baligod asserts that Matibag is relying on 'fake' documents.

Senators Tito Sotto and Raffy Tulfo are preparing to file libel charges against Baligod and former Marines. The legal action stems from claims made against them regarding alleged kickbacks.

Atty. Levito Baligod, counsel for 18 alleged former Marines, returned to the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) to comply with a subpoena related to the De Lima and Villanueva cases.

MANILA, Philippines —  Atty. Levito Baligod said on Tuesday that he received information from an “active military officer” that the ongoing investigation into the joint affidavit of his clients—18 supposed former Marines—allegedly aims to portray him and the 18 individuals as “destabilizers” of the government. “Some bright people in Government want to canalize the ‘investigation’

Bureau of Corrections Director Gregorio Catapang Jr. has filed cyberlibel and perjury complaints against the 18 "ex-Marines" and their lawyer Levi Baligod.

Former Senator Antonio Trillanes IV has filed a perjury complaint against 18 'ex-marines' and cyber libel and incriminating an innocent person complaints against lawyer Levi Baligod and others, following allegations of ICC bribery.

Ten individuals, known as the 'maleta boys,' were released after posting bail for perjury charges.

Prosecutors of the Department of Justice (DOJ) have recommended the filing of cyber libel charges against lawyer Levito Baligod and his 18 witnesses who claim to be former bodyguards of ex-Ako Bicol…

One of the alleged former bodyguards of ex-congressman Zaldy Co appeared before the Office of the Ombudsman as part of a fact-finding investigation into a flood control probe.

Representative Janette Garin has filed cyberlibel and perjury complaints against lawyer Levi Baligod and 18 former soldiers, alleging they were involved in handling cash for a fugitive former lawmaker.

A group led by lawyer Levito Baligod and 18 individuals identified as 'ex-Marines' appeared at the Senate, stating their intention to visit Senator Robin Padilla rather than attend a panel hearing. The group ultimately snubbed the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee.

Former employees of Rep. Zaldy Co have retracted their earlier claims of delivering cash-filled luggage to Senator Loren Legarda, according to their lawyer Levito Baligod.

The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) confirmed it has received sworn statements from state witnesses. These statements dispute claims made by lawyer Levi Baligod regarding the Priority Development Assistance Fund (PDAF) scam.

MANILA, Philippines —The houses of three former colleagues of 18 alleged ex-Marines, who claimed to be “bagmen” of resigned Ako Bicol Rep.

MANILA, Philippines — Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) Director General Gregorio Pio Catapang Jr. has filed criminal complaints against the 18 former Marines and Atty.

Former Philippine Senator Antonio Trillanes IV has filed a lawsuit against lawyer Levi Baligod and 18 others, alleging they spread false information about him receiving a $2 million bribe related to the ICC.

MANILA, Philippines — The lawyer of the 18 supposed “bagmen” of former Ako Bicol party-list Rep. Elizaldy Co on Thursday admitted a possible “oversight” in naming Mamamayang Liberal partylist Rep. Leila de Lima among the lawmakers who allegedly received suitcases of cash as kickbacks from flood control projects. Atty. Levito “Levi” Baligod’s admission directly contradicted