PRO-5 seizes PHP224M worth of drugs, arrests 2,609 suspects
The Police Regional Office in Bicol (PRO-5) reported on Monday that PHP224 million worth of illegal drugs and 2,609 suspects were seized and arrested across six provinces from July 1, 2022 to July 31, 2024.
Camarines Sur had the highest amount of seized drugs at nearly PHP3.8 million, followed by Camarines Norte with PHP2 million, and Masbate with PHP958,800.
The illegal drugs confiscated included 31,432.75 grams of marijuana, 20,803.87 grams of shabu, and 300.48 grams of cocaine from 2,302 drug operations.
Among those arrested were six high-value individuals and 33 street-level individuals, as well as the confiscation of 1,717 assorted firearms and PHP2.3 million in bet money from illegal gambling activities.
Lt. Col. Malu Calubaquib, the PRO5 spokesperson, emphasized the importance of continued law enforcement efforts and community cooperation in combating illegal drugs.
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