The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has filed criminal charges against Alice Guo, the former mayor of Bamban, Tarlac, with the Department of Justice. The complaint alleges Guo failed to pay over P1 billion in taxes. These charges stem from alleged tax deficiencies identified by the BIR. Guo was recently dismissed from her mayoral position. The BIR is seeking prosecution for tax evasion, claiming substantial unpaid taxes. The Department of Justice will now review the case and determine whether to pursue legal action. This development marks a significant escalation in scrutiny following Guo’s removal from office.