125 nabbed, P7-M illegal drugs seized in Bicol in November '24

By Connie Calipay

LEGAZPI CITY --- The Police Regional Office-Bicol (PRO-5) arrested 125 suspects and confiscated PHP7.1 million worth of illegal drugs during operations in November, a report said Monday.

Lt. Col. Malu Calubaquib, PRO-5 spokesperson, said 112 operations led to the seizure of 1.045 kilograms of shabu and 11.84 grams of marijuana.

Authorities filed 195 cases in court against individuals allegedly involved in illegal drug activities, Calubaquib added.

Among the provinces, Albay recorded the highest value of seized drugs at PHP2.94 million, followed by Masbate with PHP1.53 million and Camarines Norte with PHP1.52 million.

Camarines Sur reported confiscations worth PHP649,252, while Sorsogon accounted for PHP398,425.

Naga City logged PHP54,072 worth of seized drugs, while Catanduanes reported no drug-related arrests during the period.

“These accomplishments underscore PRO-5’s commitment to safeguarding the region from the detrimental effects of illegal drugs,” Calubaquib said. (PNA)