BJMP denies allegations of special treatment for Martin Romualdez

The Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) has denied allegations that former House Speaker Martin Romualdez has been receiving special treatment at the New Quezon City Jail. The claims, which circulated on social media, suggested that Romualdez was secretly leaving the detention facility in an ambulance during periods when power or CCTV systems were allegedly interrupted.

Following an initial review, the BJMP stated that CCTV verification showed no recorded power or surveillance interruptions at the Quezon City Jail–Male Dormitory. The agency also reported finding no recorded movement of Romualdez leaving the facility during the period examined. Jail Director Efren Nemeño has ordered an investigation to determine if any irregularities occurred.

The allegations were brought to public attention by columnist Ramon Tulfo, who claimed that power interruptions were ordered to facilitate unauthorized trips. Romualdez is currently detained in connection with a P7.44-billion plunder case involving alleged kickbacks from various government projects.