Manila Bulletin
Senior citizen, 4 others yield P2.7-M shabu in Rizal
Five individuals, including a 73-year-old man, were arrested in Angono, Rizal, during a buy-bust operation on January 19, 2025.
Authorities confiscated approximately P2.7 million worth of shabu, weighing around 400 grams in thirteen sachets.
The arrested suspects are identified as "Jun," 73; "Onyok," 27; "Buboy," 48; "Robin," 32; and "Gala," 45.
"Gala" was identified as a high-value individual (HVI), while "Jun," "Gala," and "Robin" have previous drug-related charges.
The operation was conducted by the Angono Municipal Police Station in coordination with the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA).
The source of the illegal drugs is an undisclosed individual from Angono, and a follow-up operation is underway.
The suspects are in the custody of the Angono MPS and will face charges for violating the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002.
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