MANILA, Philippines — Antipolo City 2nd District Rep. Romeo Acop has died at the age of 78, according to longtime friend and House Deputy Speaker Ronaldo Puno. Puno, in a message to INQUIRER, said their hearts are broken with the passing of Acop, a long-time National Unity Party member, where Puno is president. Puno said he considers Acop a friend “for more than 25 years.” “Sadly, he has really passed on. Our hearts are broken. He was a friend for more than 25 years and a devoted, courageous, honest public servant,” Puno, also an Antipolo City representative, said. “The Congress and […]... Keep on reading: Ex-CIDG chief Acop, who 'discovered' Mary Grace Piattos, dies