PDEA, police arrest high-value drug suspect with P680K worth of shabu

The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) - Pangasinan, Urdaneta City police, and the PNP Drug Enforcement Group conducted a successful sting operation on Tuesday morning, March 4, 2025, resulting in the seizure of at least P680,000 worth of methamphetamine hydrochloride.

Jimmy Andres Pablo, a high-value target drug personality from San Manuel, Pangasinan, was arrested during the operation for selling approximately 100 grams of shabu to an undercover agent.

Pablo was also found in possession of an improvised shotgun pistol, ammunition, a motorcycle, and various drug paraphernalia.

The seized items will be used as evidence against Pablo during his trial for illegal drug sale, illegal firearms possession, and violation of the gun ban due to the upcoming May 2025 elections.