Manila, Dec. 22 -- The Office of the Ombudsman on Monday 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 uncons...