Kampo ni Lakam Chiu, nagsalita matapos ituloy ni Kim Chiu ang kaso

• Lakambini “Lakam” Chiu has expressed hope that her legal dispute with sister Kim Chiu can still be resolved amicably within their family
• Through her lawyer, the businesswoman said she was saddened by the actress’ decision to continue pursuing the case
• Her camp also stressed that she would respond to the charges through the proper legal process
• Kim previously filed a qualified theft complaint involving funds connected to their business, House of Little Bunny Philippines Inc

Lakambini “Lakam” Chiu has broken her silence through her legal counsel following the latest development in the qualified theft case filed by her sister, actress and TV host Kim Chiu.

In a statement sent to The Philippine STAR and Pilipino Star Ngayon on Thursday, Lakam’s lawyer, Atty. Dominic Solis, said his client remains hopeful that the dispute can still be settled within their family.

“Our client is saddened by her sister’s decision to pursue the case but remains hopeful that the matter can still be resolved amicably within the family. She will address the charges through the proper legal process,” the statement read.

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The response came after developments in the qualified theft complaint filed by Kim involving House of Little Bunny Philippines Inc., a business that the sisters co-founded.

According to The Philippine STAR, the case involves 124 counts of qualified theft connected to approximately P44.4 million in company funds.

Kim reportedly filed the complaint after financial discrepancies were discovered in the company’s accounts. An audit allegedly showed withdrawals and transfers that the actress claimed were made without proper authorization.

The Quezon City Office of the City Prosecutor later issued a resolution dated September 1 regarding the complaint.

Based on the report, prosecutors found sufficient basis to pursue 124 counts connected to separate transactions involving the company’s funds.

Lakam, however, has denied the allegations against her.

In her response during the proceedings, she maintained that she had access to the accounts as a co-owner and incorporator of the company. She also disputed the claim that the transactions were unauthorized.

Kim, meanwhile, previously explained that taking legal action was necessary to protect the company and its assets.

The issue has drawn attention because of the close relationship the sisters had shared before their business dispute became public.

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Lakam had long been known as one of the people closest to the actress and had been involved in different aspects of her personal and professional life.

Despite the legal battle, her latest statement indicates that she is still hoping the matter can eventually be resolved privately and amicably as a family.

Crowned the "Chinita Princess" after winning Pinoy Big Brother: Teen Edition in 2006, Kim Chiu has evolved into one of Philippine showbiz's most beloved multimedia icons. Aside from her prominent role hosting It's Showtime, she remains a powerhouse lead actress across numerous hit ABS-CBN television dramas.

In a related article, Kim can be seen gearing up for her highly anticipated big-screen return alongside Paulo Avelino in the upcoming movie A Perfect Marriage. Promotional snapshots shared online continue to fuel massive excitement across various fan communities. Fresh updates arrive amid a flurry of unverified online chatter and personal speculations surrounding the star. Professional focus remains firmly fixed on cinematic promotions rather than addressing outside noise.

Previously, Kim Chiu gave her followers a glimpse of how involved she is in preparing new releases for her bag business, House of Little Bunny PH. In an Instagram Reel, the actress showed herself personally arranging several Bunny Bags ahead of the launch of the brand’s latest collection. Instead of leaving the task entirely to her staff, Kim took time to organize the bags based on their colors, sizes, and designs.

Source: KAMI.com.gh