Timeline (G.R. No. 204750)
Employment Background
Susan D. Capili was employed as the Assistant Vice President - Systems and Methods Division (AVP-SMD) of the Philippine National Bank (PNB) from December 29, 1994, until her dismissal on August 9, 2007.Allegations of Anomalous Transactions
On October 8, 2005, PNB President Omar Byron Mier received information from Hyun Duk Cho, a Korean national, alleging that Capili was involved in anomalous transactions.Formation of Fact Finding Committee
In response to the allegations, PNB created a Fact Finding Committee to investigate the matter.Committee Findings
On March 31, 2006, the Committee reported that Capili owned a private company, Sandino Builders (SB), and had engaged in a contract of sale of scrap metals with Hyun within PNB premises.Tax Liabilities and Criminal Record
The report also indicated that Capili had tax liabilities and was listed for violations of Batas Pambansa Blg. 22 (BP 22) by the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI).Notice to Explain
PNB issued a notice to Capili to explain her alleged violations of the bank's Code of Conduct, including personal work during office hours and unauthorized use of the bank's name.Capili's Sworn Answer
In her Sworn Answer, Capili defended herself, stating that her meetings with Hyun were during her personal time and that she had disclosed her ownership of SB.Investigation and Charges
PNB's Investigation, Evaluation and Charging Division (IECD) charged Capili with acts showing questionable moral character and falsification of personnel records.Administrative Adjudication Panel's First Decision
On January 16, 2007, PNB's Administrative Adjudication Panel (AAP) pro...continue reading