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Police raid Bataan residence, arrest seven in drug operation
A drug buy-bust operation in Mariveles, Bataan uncovered an alleged drug den, leading to the arrest of seven suspects aged in their mid-20s to 30s. The operation took place Monday afternoon in Barangay Poblacion.
LSN Philippines ·
MARIVELES, BATAAN — A controlled drug purchase intended to apprehend a single suspect instead led to the discovery of an alleged drug distribution hub, police said. The buy-bust operation unfolded along De Guzman Boulevard in Barangay Poblacion on Monday afternoon, Nov. 9.
Authorities raided a residential house following the initial transaction with the target suspect. Inside the dwelling, officers reportedly found evidence of drug operations and detained seven individuals present at the location.
All seven suspects, ranging in age from their mid-20s to early 30s, were taken into custody pending investigation and processing of charges. Police have not yet released detailed information regarding the quantities of drugs or materials seized during the operation.
The raid is part of ongoing law enforcement efforts to combat illegal drug activities in the Bataan province.