Former Philippine senator Jinggoy Estrada is facing a new arrest warrant issued in connection with a plunder case classified as non-bailable, according to a report from ABS-CBN News.

The case is being handled by the Sandiganbayan, the country’s anti-graft court, which deals with cases involving corruption and alleged misuse of public funds by government officials.

The warrant marks a significant development in the long-running legal proceedings involving Estrada, who has previously faced accusations related to corruption during his time in public office.

Plunder cases in the Philippines are considered serious offenses, typically involving the alleged accumulation or misuse of large amounts of public funds by officials, and are generally non-bailable depending on the strength of the evidence and the court’s assessment.

Based on the report, the court action signals that the case has reached a stage where the accused may be compelled to face detention while legal proceedings continue.

However, the article does not provide additional details on the specific amount involved, the timeline of the alleged acts, or Estrada’s immediate response to the warrant.

The development adds to the ongoing scrutiny of high-profile political figures in the country and highlights the continued efforts of Philippine judicial institutions to pursue corruption cases.

As the case proceeds, further hearings and motions are expected to clarify the legal standing of the warrant and the next steps in the proceedings before the Sandiganbayan.