MANILA — The Office of the Ombudsman said it has issued a subpoena duces tecum directing the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to immediately produce all computer and electronic devices previously issued to former Undersecretary Maria Catalina Cabral.

“Upon turnover, these devices will be subjected to forensic examination by a law enforcement agency to determine whether any data was altered, deleted, or tampered with after the flood control scandal was first made public,” Assistant Ombudsman Mico Clavano said in a statement.

“The Office expects prompt and full compliance with the subpoena in the interest of accountability and the integrity of the ongoing investigation,” he added.

Cabral was found unconscious in a ravine along Kennon Road in Tuba, Benguet, shortly after midnight on Friday and was pronounced dead shortly after authorities retrieved her body.

Based on the result of the autopsy, Department of the Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla said there were no signs of foul play in her death. (PNA)