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Consignees of PHP75-M shabu nabbed in Pampanga
Anti-narcotics operatives seized over P75 million worth of shabu hidden inside a water chiller within a parcel originating from Mexico.
The discovery was made on August 26 in Cainta, Rizal, after the shipment underwent x-ray scanning and K-9 inspection.
Authorities found a plastic cylinder containing the illegal substance concealed within the chiller unit.
Laboratory testing confirmed the seized substance as Methamphetamine Hydrochloride, a dangerous drug under Republic Act No. 9165.
A warrant of seizure and detention was issued against the shipment for violating the Customs Modernization and Tariff Act.
Two unidentified male claimants, aged 52 and 54, were arrested on August 30 in connection with the seizure.
The suspects are now in the custody of the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency Region III and will face charges.
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