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Consignees of PHP75-M shabu nabbed in Pampanga
Anti-narcotics operatives seized over P75 million worth of crystal methamphetamine, locally known as "shabu," hidden inside a water chiller within a parcel originating from Mexico.
The shipment was discovered on August 26 in Clark, Pampanga, after customs agents subjected the parcel to x-ray scanning and K-9 inspection.
Authorities found a plastic cylinder containing shabu concealed within a chiller unit during a physical inspection.
Laboratory testing confirmed the substance to be Methamphetamine Hydrochloride, classified as a dangerous drug under Republic Act No. 9165.
A warrant of seizure and detention was issued for the shipment due to violations of the Customs Modernization and Tariff Act.
The consignees of the shipment were apprehended in Pampanga.
They will face charges under the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002.
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