Leyte Mayor denies link to missing cockfighters (Sabugeros)

by JED

Tacloban City___Matag-ob, Leyte Mayor Bernie Tacoy on Thursday vehemenly denied on allegation made by whistleblower Julie “Dondon” Patidongan, also known as “Totoy,” claiming his connection to Retired Police General Jonnel Estomo — one of the police officers allegedly involved in the case of the missing cockfighting enthusiasts (sabungeros).

According to. Tacoy , he has no direct connection or business dealings with General Estomo. He explained that their acquaintance is limited to mutual friends and that he has never engaged in any business transactions with the said general.

” I vehemently deny any direct association or business dealings with him. My acquaintance with General Estomo has been limited to mutual friends, and I have not engaged in any business transactions with him,”

Tacoy however clarified that he is a legitimate businessman with a genuine interest in cockfighting, and his involvement in the Alpha Group is purely as an investor and participant in derbies held in various parts of the Philippines and even abroad.

Tacoy also made his appeal to Patidongan to refrain from dragging his name into the controversy, as he has no connection or participation in it. He emphasized his commitment to his duties as a public servant and vowed to continue working for the people of Matag-ob and to fulfill mandate as local chief executive.