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Bicol cops seize drugs worth over P98,000 in separate operations
In separate operations on Monday and Tuesday, Bicol police arrested nine individuals and seized illegal drugs worth P98,484.
A total of 14.43 grams of shabu and three grams of marijuana were confiscated in nine anti-illegal drug operations, with four conducted in Camarines Sur, two in Naga City, two in Camarines Norte, and one in Sorsogon.
Additionally, 22 operations resulted in the arrest of five most wanted persons and 17 other wanted individuals in the region.
In the campaign against illegal possession of firearms, two persons were arrested, yielding two firearms and an explosive.
Police have intensified operations against loose firearms due to the election gun ban, which is in effect until June 11.
Police Brigadier General Andre Dizon reaffirmed the commitment of the Police Regional Office 5, also known as 'Kasurog cops', to maintaining peace and order.
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