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Over P20-M shabu seized in Samar; 3 arrested
Law enforcement and anti-narcotics authorities seized an estimated P20.4 million worth of shabu from three individuals in Catbalogan City, Samar on January 27, 2025.
The suspects, identified as alias Noel, Paul, and Matt, were arrested with three kilograms of shabu and several drug-using paraphernalia.
The operation stemmed from a Samar highway patrol checkpoint that initially flagged the suspects for traffic violations.
One passenger attempted to conceal a sachet in his bag, which led to the discovery of the larger quantity of drugs.
The suspects are currently in the custody of the Catbalogan City Police Station and will face charges for violating the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002.
Multiple law enforcement agencies, including the PDEA, Philippine Coast Guard, and local police units, were involved in the operation.
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