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3 online sellers of overpriced alcohol, sanitizers nabbed in Zamboanga City
Three individuals were apprehended in Zamboanga City for allegedly selling rubbing alcohol and hand sanitizers at inflated prices online.
The Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG), with support from the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), conducted an entrapment operation that led to the arrests.
The suspects, identified as Arnel Salih Santos, Arman Graciano Plateros, and Maria Azha Solis Arroyo, were caught selling the items at exorbitant prices to an undercover police officer.
Authorities seized 120 bottles of sanitizers and 31 bottles of alcohol from the suspects, along with marked money.
Charges are expected to be filed against the arrested individuals for violating the Price Act and consumer protection laws.
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