Antibiotics Delay Transfer to Sandiganbayan
Former congressman Rodante Marcoleta remains in the custody of the Philippine National Police (PNP) as he completes a mandatory antibiotic regimen. While police report he is in stable condition and fit to travel, the transfer to the Sandiganbayan to face pending legal proceedings is officially on hold.
Police Custody and Medical Supervision
The PNP maintains custody of Marcoleta following his arrest on an outstanding warrant. Upon his apprehension, officials moved the former lawmaker to a medical facility for evaluation and treatment. Police spokespersons confirmed that while he is currently stable, he must finish his prescribed course of antibiotics before authorities can facilitate his movement to the anti-graft court.
The agency insists it is coordinating closely with medical professionals to monitor his recovery. Officials maintain that these detention conditions satisfy legal standards while fulfilling their obligation to comply with all mandates issued by the Sandiganbayan.
Court Mandates and Fitness for Trial
The Sandiganbayan previously ordered a formal medical examination to determine if Marcoleta was physically capable of standing trial and being transported. Following his initial detention, he underwent a series of assessments to verify his health status.
According to the PNP, recent evaluations confirm he is now fit to travel. Despite this, the final transition from police jurisdiction to the court remains contingent on the completion of his current treatment plan. The PNP emphasized that they are following court directives strictly to prevent any procedural delays.
Logistics of the Pending Appearance
The legal action against Marcoleta stems from charges handled by the Sandiganbayan. Throughout his time in custody, Marcoleta has utilized social media to communicate, posting updates regarding his situation on Facebook.
The PNP is currently processing the logistical requirements for his eventual appearance. As of the latest updates, there are no reported conflicts between the police’s medical findings and the court’s requirements for his attendance at upcoming hearings. Authorities expect the transfer to proceed immediately once the medical clearance process is finalized.
Clarifying the Detention Status
The ongoing delay is dictated entirely by his health regimen. Marcoleta remains in custody specifically due to an active warrant of arrest issued by the Sandiganbayan. While the PNP is managing his care, they have confirmed he is physically fit to travel, pending only the conclusion of his medication. The police continue to oversee his medical monitoring to ensure full compliance with the court’s mandate for his health evaluation.