3 DPWH Bulacan Officials Dismissed Over Flood Control Project Anomalies
Three Department of Public Works and Highways – Bulacan officials have been permanently dismissed from their positions due to anomalies.
Three officials from DPWH Bulacan 1st District Engineering Office have been permanently dismissed from their positions. Those removed from office were Assistant District Engineer Brice Ericson Hernandez, Construction Section Chief Jaypee Mendoza, and Accountant Juanito Mendoza.
According to the decision released by DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon, the three were found guilty of disloyalty to the Republic of the Philippines, grave misconduct, gross neglect of duty, and conduct prejudicial to the best interest of service.
The move comes as part of the government’s effort to hold accountable those involved in irregularities surrounding flood control projects in Bulacan.
Their dismissal carries a penalty of perpetual disqualification from holding any position in the government. This means they are barred from serving in any public office in the future. The DPWH also stated that this action does not prevent the filing of separate civil or criminal cases should there be a need for further legal action.
The decision follows an earlier move to dismiss former DPWH Bulacan 1st District Engineer Henry Alcantara on September 4, 2025, for the same irregularities.
The government has been under pressure to act quickly on issues related to flood control projects, especially after concerns from residents about wasted funds and incomplete infrastructure.
The recent decision is seen as a step toward restoring public trust and ensuring accountability within the agency.
The DPWH reiterated its commitment to cleaning up its ranks and making sure that government projects serve the people properly.
For many, the removal of the officials is a sign that wrongdoings in public service will not be tolerated and that transparency and integrity remain a priority.
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