PRO-10 seizes P52.57-M contraband, arrests 257

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — The Police Regional Office-10 (PRO-10) seized approximately P52.57 million worth of contraband and arrested 257 individuals during weeklong law enforcement operations across Northern Mindanao from 2 to 8 November.

Brig. Gen. Nestor Babagay Jr. announced the accomplishments on Thursday, citing the region’s intensified campaign against various forms of illegal activity.

In its campaign against illegal mining, authorities conducted 42 operations, resulting in the arrest of 35 individuals and the confiscation of mineral ores and heavy equipment valued at P925,775.

In anti-illegal drug operations, PRO-10 conducted 74 operations, resulting in the arrest of 85 individuals and the confiscation of approximately 572.684 grams of shabu and three grams of dried marijuana leaves, with a standard drug price of P3,894,611.20.

As part of the intensified campaign against cigarette smuggling, authorities conducted 86 operations, arrested three individuals and confiscated items valued at P1,749,820.

Under the campaign against loose firearms, police conducted 120 operations, resulting in the confiscation, surrender or recovery of 133 small arms and six light weapons. Nine individuals were arrested in connection with the operations.

Meanwhile, the campaign against wanted persons resulted in the apprehension of 102 individuals, including 15 most wanted persons and 87 other wanted persons.

In the campaign against illegal gambling, authorities conducted 16 operations, arrested 23 individuals and seized gambling-related items valued at P7,235.

Babagay emphasized that the accomplishments demonstrated the importance of sustained police operations, proactive enforcement and the commitment of police personnel to their mandate.

“These accomplishments demonstrate PRO-10’s firm commitment to enforcing the law without fear or favor. We will sustain our efforts to ensure that Northern Mindanao remains peaceful and that criminals have no place in our communities,” he said.