Ilocos police seize P2M worth of shabu from high-value drug trader

Ilocos region policemen seized over P2 million worth of crystal methamphetamine from an alleged drug trader in San Nicolas town, Ilocos Norte on Tuesday afternoon.

The suspect, a 31-year-old welder from Dingras town, was identified as a 'high-value individual' by the Provincial Police Drug Enforcement Unit (PPDEU) for selling drugs in bulk.

During the operation, police confiscated at least 300 grams of suspected shabu, valued at P2.04 million, and three heat-sealed transparent plastic sachets containing the substance.

Ilocos region police director Brig. Gen. Lou F. Evangelista emphasized the need for intensified anti-drug efforts during the election period to ensure a safe and fair electoral environment.

Earlier in the week, Mr. Evangelista reported the arrest of two drug traders in Pangasinan who were caught with P136,000 worth of shabu following raids and sting operations on February 17 and 18.