A 53-year-old public school teacher was arrested by police on Monday, June 29, 2026, after authorities allegedly recovered a packet of shabu from him in Barangay Sawang Calero, Cebu City.
Arrest details
The arrest occurred around 10 p.m. in Block 4, Barangay Sawang Calero. Police from the Sawang Calero Police Station were conducting an intensified anti-illegal drugs operation when they noticed the teacher allegedly engaged in a transaction.
According to the police, when the teacher noticed their presence, he fled. However, in his panic, he tripped and injured his leg, allowing officers to catch up with him. Authorities then recovered a sachet containing suspected illegal drugs from the suspect.
Suspect profile and charges
The suspect is a resident of Barangay Bulacao, Cebu City, and currently teaches at a public school in the city. He is now detained at the Sawang Calero Police Station.
The teacher faces charges for violating Section 11, Article II of Republic Act 9165, or the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002, which penalizes possession of dangerous drugs.
