MANILA: Operatives of the Police Regional Office in Bicol (PRO5) arrested a high-value individual and seized PHP1.3 million worth of shabu in a buy-bust operation in Barangay Concepcion Pequeña, Naga City on Friday.
In a report, PRO5 spokesperson Lt. Col. Malu Calubaquib said the suspect, identified as “Jo”, 41, and a resident of Barangay Salugan, Camalig, Albay province, was arrested after selling 200 grams of shabu to a police undercover agent.
Calubaquib said the suspect was intercepted by different units of the Naga City Police Office in coordination with the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA)-Bicol.
‘The suspect was informed of his constitutional rights and will face charges of violating Republic Act 9165, or the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002,’ she said.
In a statement, PRO5 Regional Director Brig. Gen. Andre Dizon commended the operating team for their dedication in fulfilling their duties. (PNA)
Source: Philippines News Agency