World · Philippines Bureau
Police seize over ₱51,000 in shabu during Palawan drug operation
A coordinated anti-narcotics operation in Coron, Palawan has resulted in the arrest of a major drug suspect and the confiscation of nearly 8 grams of methamphetamine. The Mimaropa police conducted the raid Tuesday morning following the issuance of a search warrant.
LSN Philippines ·
The joint anti-drug operation took place at 10:40 a.m. on Tuesday at Lambingan Bridge in Barangay Poblacion 2, Coron town. Police seized 7.63 grams of suspected shabu with an estimated street value of ₱51,884 from the arrested suspect, according to the Mimaropa police regional command.
Authorities executed the operation based on a duly issued search warrant as part of ongoing efforts to combat illegal drug trafficking in the region. The suspect, identified as a high-profile individual in local drug distribution networks, was taken into custody pending further investigation and the filing of appropriate charges.
The bust underscores intensified police operations across the Mimaropa region—comprising Mindoro, Marinduque, Romblon, and Palawan—to dismantle drug supply chains and arrest major drug personalities. The confiscated shabu has been turned over to the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency for proper documentation and disposition in accordance with legal procedures.