REPRESENTATIVE of First District, Davao City Paolo Duterte announced on Tuesday the arrest of a man who uses their name to swindle people.
In a statement, Duterte thanked the operatives of Criminal Investigation Detection Group (CIDG) for arresting Edward Diokno Eje.
Duterte said Eje was nabbed for fraud and other illegal acts, which include using their family name to deceive people to advance his personal interests.
“The CIDG also gathered the other victims who Mr. Eje swindled through the appointment and ‘government project for sale’ scam,” Duterte added.
“This is to put on record that we are not, in any way, connected with Mr. Eje. We condemn all acts which use our name to ask for money or other favors. While we are faintly acquainted with Mr. Eje’s brother who is a former DOTR Assistant Secretary, we do not have direct contact with them regarding any endeavor,” he said.
“Let this serve as a reminder, more so as a warning, to all those who intend to use my name or my family’s name for their own benefit. We will certainly and immediately take legal action against these people. Stop whatever you are scheming – your days are numbered,” warned the lawmaker.
