Bongbong apologizes to mom's birthday guests downed by suspected food poisoning

Bongbong Marcos on Wednesday apologized for the suspected food poisoning that downed at least 240 guests during the birthday celebration of his mother, former First Lady Imelda Marcos.

"Ako po ay humihingi ng paumanhin at lubos na pag-unawa sa nangyaring ito. Makakaasa po kayo sa aming tulong hanggang ang lahat ay tuluyang gumaling," Marcos said in a statement.

Over 200 people have been given medical attention due to suspected food poisoning after attending Imelda's 90th birthday bash which was held at Ynares Sports Arena in Pasig.

Among the food served in the event were siopao, spaghetti, and pork and chicken adobo with egg. Bottled waters were also distributed.

Bongbong said that the Marcos camp is coordinating closely with the affected guests and that an investigation is ongoing.

"Sa kasalukuyan ay inaalam ng mga nag-organisa ang naging dahilan nito at nagpahayag ng kahandaang makipagtulungan sa mga kinauukulan," he added. — MDM, GMA News