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Farmer arrested in Ilocos Sur drug and weapons bust
Police in Ilocos Sur have arrested a 32-year-old farmer following a search warrant operation that yielded illegal drugs, marijuana, and a homemade firearm. The arrest was made in Narvacan town on Sunday as part of coordinated law enforcement efforts in the province.
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A 32-year-old farmer was taken into custody during a search warrant operation conducted by the Narvacan Municipal Police Station in Barangay Cadacad, Narvacan town, Ilocos Sur on Sunday, October 4.
Police seized suspected methamphetamine, commonly known as shabu, marijuana, a homemade firearm, and ammunition from the suspect's residence during the operation. The arrest was made as part of coordinated efforts between the municipal police station and provincial law enforcement authorities.
The suspect remains in police custody pending the filing of appropriate charges. Authorities did not immediately disclose further details regarding the circumstances of the arrest or the suspect's background.
The seizure adds to ongoing anti-drug and anti-illegal weapons operations across the Ilocos Sur province as law enforcement continues to target drug trafficking and unlicensed firearms.