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Lacson Flags Fraudulent Titles on Reclaimed Land in Taguig

Senator Panfilo Lacson identifies four parcels of land in Taguig with fraudulent titles, set for investigation by the Ombudsman.

30 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Archive photo: Lacson Flags Fraudulent Titles on Reclaimed Land in Taguig — Archive photoPhoto: Commission on Appointments of the Philippines · Wikimedia Commons · Public domain

Senator Panfilo Lacson has disclosed the identification of four parcels of allegedly illegally reclaimed land in Taguig City. In his announcement, he noted that these parcels are covered by titles that were issued fraudulently. The senator shared this update on Saturday via a post on X, previously known as Twitter.

Lacson indicated that the matter will be referred to the Office of the Ombudsman for further investigation. His comments come amid ongoing concerns regarding illegal land reclamation in the area. He emphasized the importance of addressing the integrity of land titles in Taguig.

According to Lacson, there are at least four other parcels that allegedly lack appropriately plotted title lots in the database of the Land Registration Authority. This raises further questions about the legitimacy and oversight of land transactions in the region.

Lacson Flags Fraudulent Titles on Reclaimed Land in Taguig — Photo: Dickrichards48 · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

The senator's findings aim to combat any insinuations regarding the legitimacy of his disclosures. He expressed a commitment to transparency and accountability in the matter, as well as a desire to clarify the situation surrounding the identified parcels.

This development is part of a broader investigation into land reclamation practices in Taguig, which has recently attracted public attention. Lacson's efforts highlight ongoing challenges in verifying the authenticity of property titles.

No additional details regarding the specific locations or ownership of the parcels have been disclosed as the investigation is set to proceed under the auspices of the Ombudsman. The outcome of this inquiry may have implications for land use policies in the area.

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