More than P1 million worth of shabu was seized by police during a buy-bust operation in Candaba town on Tuesday night, May 26. The illegal drugs were confiscated from two individuals identified as high-value targets in the fight against illegal drugs.
Suspects Apprehended
The suspects are a 66-year-old man from Mexico town and a 30-year-old construction worker from San Jose Del Monte City in Bulacan. Authorities classified both as high-value individuals involved in illegal drug activities.
Confiscated Drugs
Police seized approximately 155 grams of shabu with an estimated street value of P1,054,000 during the operation. The drugs were turned over for proper documentation and disposal.
Joint Operation
Personnel from the Pampanga Police Provincial Drug Enforcement Unit, Provincial Police Intelligence Unit (PIU), the Candaba Municipal Police Station, and the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) Region 3 conducted the anti-drug operation. The coordinated effort highlights the commitment of law enforcement agencies to combat illegal drug trade in the region.
