Manila: The Office of the Ombudsman announced it has issued a subpoena duces tecum to the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) for the immediate production of all computer and electronic devices previously issued to former Undersecretary Maria Catalina Cabral. These devices are to undergo forensic examination by a law enforcement agency to check for any data alterations, deletions, or tampering since the flood control scandal became public.

According to Philippines News Agency, Assistant Ombudsman Mico Clavano emphasized the need for prompt and full compliance with the subpoena to uphold accountability and integrity in the ongoing investigation. Clavano stated, "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."

Cabral was discovered unconscious in a ravine along Kennon Road in Tuba, Benguet, shortly after midnight on Friday and was pronounced dead shortly after her retrieval by authorities. An autopsy confirmed by Department of the Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla indicated no signs of foul play in her death.