MANILA, Philippines — The Senate Blue Ribbon Committee on Thursday cited Curlee Discaya in contempt after finding inconsistencies in his statements regarding the absence of his wife, Cezarah “Sarah” Discaya, at the hearing.
Sarah Discaya failed to attend the inquiry after sending a letter to the committee stating that she had an important meeting with her employees. However, during the session, her husband Curlee told senators she was unable to appear due to a “heart condition.”
Sen. Erwin Tulfo blasted Curlee, accusing him of lying to the committee. Pressed to explain, Curlee later said his wife had a history of diabetes, contradicting his earlier claim.
Sen. Risa Hontiveros pointed out that heart disease and diabetes are two different illnesses, further casting doubt on Curlee’s testimony.
Following the exchange, the panel moved to cite Curlee in contempt, paving the way for his possible detention at the Senate until he explains his inconsistent statements.
