THE Department of Justice (DoJ) has expanded its investigation into alleged irregularities in flood control projects in Las Piñas involving lawmakers. Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin C. Remulla on Wednesday said that the flood-control inquiry now covers former senator Cynthia A. Villar, Sen. Mark A. Villar, and Sen. Camille A. Villar over possible conflicts of interest. “The contractor reportedly secured projects amounting to over P18 billion in Las Piñas alone. The DoJ chief added that the senator will be given an opportunity to present his side and respond to the allegations. He noted the case is among 67 flagged by Congress, with formal summons to Senator Mark Villar and others to follow once investigators firm up the records.