PDEG seizes P10.2M shabu, arrests 2 in Manila buy-bust

Two individuals were apprehended and approximately PHP10.2 million worth of shabu was seized during a buy-bust operation conducted by the Philippine National Police-Drug Enforcement Group (PDEG) in Quiapo, Manila.

The operation, which took place on Arlegui Street in Barangay 387, led to the arrest of Lope Alvarez Hernandez and Nacer Gunda.

Authorities confiscated a total of 1.5 kilograms of shabu, along with a 9mm pistol and a caliber .45 colt commander firearm.

The arrested suspects are now facing charges for violating Republic Act 9165, also known as the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002.

The seized illegal drugs have been submitted to the PNP Forensic Group for examination.

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