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Police seize P36.1 million in suspected drugs at Pasay mail facility
The Philippine National Police have intercepted a major shipment of illegal narcotics worth an estimated P36.1 million at a mail processing center in Pasay City. The contraband was discovered during routine screening operations at the Central Mail Exchange Center.
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Law enforcement officers flagged suspicious packages containing the suspected illegal drugs at the Central Mail Exchange Center located along Domestic Road in Pasay City on Tuesday, according to a statement from the Philippine National Police. The seized narcotics were valued at approximately P36.1 million based on initial assessments. The discovery underscores ongoing challenges faced by authorities in combating drug trafficking through postal and mail delivery systems in the country. The PNP has not yet disclosed details regarding the intended destination of the packages or the source of the shipment. Authorities are continuing their investigation into the matter, with further details expected to emerge in coming days.