Former Philippine Lawmaker Zaldy Co Arrested in Czech Republic
- Announced on Thursday night that a key suspect in a major corruption scandal involving flood control projects has been arrested in the Czech Republic.
- Marcos said the government is coordinating closely with Czech authorities to ensure all legal procedures are followed and to arrange for Co’s return to the Philippines as soon...
- The Philippines does not have an extradition treaty with the Czech Republic, Marcos acknowledged, and did not specify how his administration would seek custody of Co.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Announced on Thursday night that a key suspect in a major corruption scandal involving flood control projects has been arrested in the Czech Republic. The former lawmaker, Zaldy Co, was detained in Prague after entering the country without proper documentation, according to the president’s statement.
Marcos said the government is coordinating closely with Czech authorities to ensure all legal procedures are followed and to arrange for Co’s return to the Philippines as soon as possible. He did not elaborate on the circumstances of the arrest or the specific charges involved.
The Philippines does not have an extradition treaty with the Czech Republic, Marcos acknowledged, and did not specify how his administration would seek custody of Co. However, Philippine officials have already canceled Co’s passport and have requested assistance from Interpol to locate and detain the former legislator.