P156K illegal drugs seized in Taguig drug sting

Elements of Taguig City police successfully conducted a buy-bust operation leading to the apprehension of a male drug suspect. 

The suspect was identified as one alias Mike, 48 years old, who will be facing charges for the alleged violation of Sections 5 and 11, Article II of Republic Act 9165, the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002.

The operation occurred at approximately 9:10 p.m. on 21 December 2023, along MLQ Street, Barangay New Lower Bicutan, Taguig City, with the Station Drug Enforcement Unit taking the lead. 

The seized items were seven heat-sealed transparent plastic sachets containing a white crystalline substance suspected to be shabu and weighing approximately 23 grams, valued at P156,400. Also, authorities seized a P500 bill used as buy-bust money, a brown coin purse, and an Android phone 

The SPD said the successful operation serves as a reminder of Taguig City Police's unwavering commitment to ensuring community safety during the celebratory Yuletide season, by actively addressing and curbing the drug trade within its jurisdiction.