MANILA, Philippines — Henry Alcantara, a former head of the DPWH Bulacan 1st District Engineering Office, has been found guilty of serious administrative violations related to anomalous flood control projects in Bulacan. In a statement released by DPWH Secretary Vivencio Dizon, Alcantara was dismissed from the service and charged with several offenses, including disloyalty to the Republic of the Philippines, grave misconduct, and gross neglect of duty.
Details of the Administrative Charges Against Alcantara
Secretary Vivencio Dizon confirmed that Alcantara was found guilty of multiple serious charges under the 2025 Rules on Administrative Cases in the Civil Service.
These included disloyalty to the country, grave misconduct, and conduct that was prejudicial to the best interests of the DPWH and the public. The investigation revealed Alcantara’s involvement in poorly planned and substandard flood control projects that did not meet the required standards.
“These actions are a warning to all DPWH officials who may be involved in ghost projects or substandard works. As the President has said, no one in the government who is corrupt will go unpunished,” said Secretary Dizon.
Next Steps: Criminal Charges for Alcantara and Other Officials
Following Alcantara’s dismissal, Secretary Dizon emphasized the need for further action. He called for criminal charges to be filed against Alcantara and others involved in the questionable projects. Dizon confirmed that the department would recommend criminal investigations into the misuse of public funds related to these projects.
“We will recommend that appropriate authorities file criminal charges against Engineer Alcantara and other individuals involved in embezzling public funds,” Dizon added.
Other DPWH Officials Named in the Investigation
The DPWH investigation has extended beyond Alcantara, with other officials from the Bulacan 1st District Engineering Office also being implicated. These officials include Brice Ericson Hernandez, Jaypee Mendoza, and Juanito Mendoza, all of whom are said to have been involved in the improper handling of funds and the flood control projects.
Secretary Dizon has vowed to continue investigations into all individuals linked to these cases of corruption and misconduct.
Conclusion: Commitment to Accountability and Transparency
The case involving Henry Alcantara serves as a reminder that DPWH will not tolerate corruption or poor project execution. Secretary Vivencio Dizon emphasized the importance of accountability and transparency in public works projects.
He reiterated that the DPWH is committed to ensuring that taxpayer money is used effectively and that officials responsible for misconduct are held accountable.
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