Isabela sweeper feted for honesty

BAYOMBONG, Nueva Vizcaya, Philippines – For a lowly street sweeper whose income is barely enough for a day’s living, having an instant P43,000 could have gone a long way.

But for 38-year-old Joselyn Salas, a street sweeper in Santiago City, Isabela, her conscience prevailed and she returned the huge sum she found in a tricycle she was riding to its owner.

For her honesty, the city government led by Mayor Amelita Navarro honored Salas during the city’s Independence Day celebration.

Besides the commendations she received that day, Salas was also given P5,000 as cash reward for being an exemplary employee.

The city government’s environment and natural resources office also made Salas a regular employee. She used to be a job-order worker who only earned P5,000 a month.