PHP11.9M shabu seized, suspect arrested in Camarines Norte

On Saturday, PHP1.7 million worth of suspected shabu was seized from two siblings in Camarines Norte by the Police Regional Office in Bicol and the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency Region 5.

Additionally, on Monday night, authorities confiscated PHP10.2 million worth of shabu during a buy-bust operation in Daet, Camarines Norte.

The suspect identified as alias 'Ed,' a vendor from Manila operating under the guise of a legitimate business owner, was arrested and found in possession of 1.5 kilograms of suspected shabu.

Intelligence reports previously identified him as a high-value individual involved in drug distribution across multiple provinces in Bicol.

Multiple units including the Provincial Drug Enforcement Unit, Provincial Intelligence Unit, Daet Municipal Police Station, and Philippine Drug Enforcement Group conducted the operation.

The suspect is currently in custody at the Daet Municipal Police Station for documentation and will face charges under Republic Act 9165 or the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act.