Three men arrested, P1.7M shabu seized in Sta. Cruz sting

Authorities in Sta. Cruz, Manila, have arrested three men, including a high-value target, and seized approximately P1.7 million worth of suspected shabu.

The operation, led by Lt. Col. Rexson Layug, took place on San Lazaro Street in Barangay 340.

Confiscated from the suspects were about 250 grams of suspected shabu, marked money, and drug paraphernalia.

The arrested individuals, one identified as 'Negro' and classified as a High-Value Individual (HVI), are now detained at the Sta. Cruz Police Station.

Charges are set to be filed against them for violating Republic Act 9165, the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002.

This operation is part of the Manila Police District's intensified anti-drug campaign, aligning with the NCRPO's AAA Strategy.

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