A provincial official in Palawan is facing allegations of misconduct after a female staff member claimed she was taken to a lodging house in Puerto Princesa City and invited to engage in “esmiringhoy” against her wishes. The complaint has reportedly reached the Palawan Provincial Government’s Committee on Ethics, while the woman’s family alleges that she was later sent a demand letter to delete a recording of the incident and removed from her job.
ADSPALAWAN, Philippines – A provincial official in Palawan is facing allegations of misconduct after a female staff member accused the official of bringing her to a lodging house and inviting her to engage in “esmiringhoy” following an event in Puerto Princesa City several months ago.
According to a report by Brigada, the woman’s family has filed a complaint with the appropriate authorities, seeking accountability over the alleged incident. The woman’s brother reportedly reached out to the media to share their concerns, claiming that instead of receiving an apology from the official, the family was threatened with possible legal action.
Based on the woman’s sworn statement submitted to Brigada, her superior allegedly picked her up one evening, telling her they would meet other colleagues. However, she was reportedly surprised when they arrived at a lodging house instead.
Unfamiliar with Puerto Princesa City, the woman said she believed her superior’s explanation that their colleagues would be at the establishment. The situation allegedly took an unexpected turn when she began sensing that something was wrong.
Concerned about what might happen, the woman reportedly started recording the encounter using her mobile phone. According to the report, the recording allegedly captured her superior inviting her to engage in “esmiringhoy.”
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The woman reportedly refused the invitation, preventing what she believed could have been an inappropriate encounter from proceeding. Her account and the recording have become central to the family’s complaint, although the allegations still require proper investigation and verification by the relevant authorities.
The woman’s family further alleged that after the official learned about the recording, the staff member received a demand letter instructing her to delete the material. She was also reportedly removed from her job following the incident.
ADSThese claims have raised concerns about the treatment of employees who report alleged misconduct, particularly when the person accused holds a position of authority. However, the circumstances surrounding the alleged demand letter and the woman’s employment termination must be established through the appropriate proceedings.
The family is seeking action through the proper channels as the complaint moves forward.
The complaint has reportedly reached the Committee on Ethics of the Palawan Provincial Government. According to the report, the matter is expected to be discussed by the Committee of the Whole in the coming days.
The proceedings could provide an opportunity for the allegations to be examined and for the parties involved to present their respective accounts. Any findings or disciplinary action will depend on the evidence and the applicable rules and procedures.
As of the information provided in the report, the identity of the official has not been disclosed, and no final determination of responsibility has been established.
The case highlights the importance of ensuring that allegations of misconduct are investigated fairly, that complainants can seek assistance without intimidation, and that public officials are afforded due process.
The outcome of the complaint will depend on the findings of the appropriate authorities and the evidence presented during the proceedings.
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