Guv wants thorough probe into SK prexy, companion over road mishap

By MAYA M. PADILLO

Davao del Norte Governor Edwin Jubahib ordered a thorough investigation of a Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) Federation president and a companion on their involvement in a road mishap on March 21, 2023, which caused serious damage to the Suaybaguio Riña Elementary School property in Magugpo North, Tagum City.

In a statement shared with the media on Thursday, Jubahib expressed his ire concerning the said incident involving a government-owned vehicle assigned to SK Federation president Emerson Dave Silutan and a certain James Sarucan, a resident of Talomo, Davao City.

“One pressing question that needs to be addressed is why a certain James Sarucan, a resident of Talomo, Davao City, who is not even a government employee, was driving the government vehicle in the first place. This issue raises concerns about Mr. Silutan’s judgment and his adherence to the rules and regulations governing the use of government property,” Jubahib said.

Jubahib said as a youth leader, Silutan is expected to be a positive example and inspiration to the youth of the community and that his involvement, in