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Drug bust yields P1 million in shabu, four arrests in South Cotabato
Authorities in South Cotabato have arrested four individuals, including a woman, following a controlled drug purchase operation that netted at least P1 million worth of suspected methamphetamine. The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency-Region 12 conducted the operation Saturday afternoon in Banga municipality.
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The buy-bust operation unfolded in Barangay Rizal Poblacion, Banga, on October 17, resulting in the apprehension of suspects identified only by aliases "Kim," 26, and "Van," 33, along with two additional individuals. The PDEA-12 did not immediately disclose full details regarding the other two arrestees.
The seized contraband comprised at least P1 million worth of suspected shabu, also known as crystal methamphetamine, one of the most commonly abused illegal drugs in the Philippines. The operation was part of ongoing anti-drug efforts in the region.
The arrested individuals were taken into custody pending further investigation and the filing of appropriate drug-related charges. The PDEA-12 has not released additional information regarding the suspects' backgrounds or suspected involvement in the drug trade.