Philippine News Agency
NCRPO seizes P124-M narcotics Jan. 1 - Feb. 15
The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) reported arresting 1,867 individuals and seizing P124 million worth of illegal drugs in Metro Manila between January 1 and February 15, 2025.
The confiscated substances include over 146,000 grams of marijuana, more than 15,000 grams of shabu, 271 grams of kush, 5 grams of cocaine, and 73 tablets of ecstasy.
NCRPO director Brig. Gen. Anthony A. Aberin stated that their aggressive campaign against illegal drugs remains a primary strategy for a peaceful and safe Metro Manila.
In addition to drug arrests, the NCRPO apprehended 1,996 wanted persons during the same period.
The Southern Police District reported the highest number of arrests with 490 individuals, followed by Quezon City Police District with 386 arrests.
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