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P9.7-B crystal meth seized
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) seized 1.4 tons of shabu worth P9.68 billion, intercepted at a police checkpoint in Alitagtag, Batangas on April 15.
The BOC impounded three undocumented private yachts, found docked in Nasugbu, Batangas, which were allegedly used to transport the illegal drugs.
All three yachts are owned by a single foreign national, though their names have not been disclosed.
The yachts will be turned over to the Port of Manila Auction and Cargo Disposal Division.
BOC Commissioner Bienvenido Rubio reiterated the bureau's commitment to combating criminal operations.
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