MANILA — The Department of Justice (DOJ) confirmed that two complaint-affidavits have been filed before the National Prosecution Service against Marikina 1st District Rep. Marcelino Reyes Teodoro for alleged violations of the Revised Penal Code.

The complainants, both female police officers who served as the lawmaker’s close-in security at different times, accused him of committing sexual offenses.

One complainant alleged that during the early part of her assignment, the lawmaker committed acts punishable under Article 336 (Acts of Lasciviousness). The other, who previously served as close-in security to the respondent’s spouse, the city mayor, and was later reassigned to the lawmaker, alleged violations under Article 266-A(2) (Rape by Sexual Assault) and Article 336.

The DOJ said the complaints will undergo case build-up and legal evaluation in line with Department Circular No. 20 (2023) to determine sufficiency of evidence before any preliminary investigation. It stressed that any action, if warranted, will be based on a complete and substantiated record.

The department assured that the respondent will be afforded full due process, while the identities of the complainants are being withheld for their privacy and security.

The DOJ reiterated its commitment to act impartially and pursue all cases strictly on the basis of evidence and law.