Interior chief names 11 suspects in massive Laos drug shipment case

Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla on Friday identified 11 persons of interest connected to the confiscation of 521 kilograms of shabu in Laos that authorities say was destined for the Philippines. Remulla disclosed the names during a Palace briefing as investigators move forward with the high-profile drug smuggling case. The massive methamphetamine haul represents one of the largest drug seizures linked to operations targeting the country in recent months. The persons of interest are currently under investigation as authorities work to dismantle the suspected drug trafficking network behind the shipment. Remulla did not provide additional details regarding the identities or roles of those named, citing the ongoing nature of the investigation.