Police in Sultan Kudarat arrested two individuals, including a high-value target, and confiscated illegal drugs and a firearm during a law enforcement operation on Friday, July 3, 2026, in Kapaya village, Bagumbayan.
Suspects Identified
Police Brigadier General Alan Manibog, director of the Police Regional Office-Soccsksargen, identified the arrested high-value individual as alias Julie, 35, and Justine, 23, a former militiaman. The operation was conducted by virtue of a search warrant.
Items Seized
Authorities seized approximately six grams of suspected shabu with an estimated street value of P40,800, a caliber .45 pistol, one magazine, and three live rounds of ammunition.
Police Commendation
Manibog commended the operating teams for the successful operation. “We will continue to intensify our campaign against illegal drugs and weapons to keep every community safe in Soccsksargen,” he said.
Charges Filed
The suspects were detained and will face charges for violations of the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002 and the Comprehensive Firearms and Ammunition Regulation Act.
