Sara Duterte, Husband Accused of Hiding 17 Insurance Policies in SALN

Financial forensic analyst Alexander Cabrera testified on Wednesday that Vice President Sara Duterte and her husband, Mans Carpio, failed to declare 17 insurance policies in their Statement of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth (SALN). The allegation, made during an ongoing investigation, centers on potential omissions in the couple's mandatory financial disclosures.

Cabrera, who appeared as a witness, did not specify the total value of the policies or the years in which they were allegedly omitted. Under Philippine law, public officials are required to declare all assets, including insurance policies, in their SALN. Failure to do so can constitute a violation of the Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act, which carries penalties including imprisonment and disqualification from public office. Neither Duterte nor Carpio has publicly responded to the allegation.

The accusation adds to mounting scrutiny of the Duterte family's finances, as Vice President Duterte faces separate investigations into her office's spending. Legal experts suggest the Ombudsman could launch a formal inquiry if evidence supports the claim. The case is likely to intensify political tensions in the Philippines, where transparency and accountability remain key public concerns.