LUCENA CITY – Police operations in Calabarzon yielded approximately P2.4 million worth of shabu (crystal methamphetamine) and an illegal firearm from multiple suspects in recent anti-drug stings across the region. The seizures, part of intensified holiday-season enforcement, disrupted local distribution networks and highlighted ongoing efforts to curb narcotics trafficking in Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Rizal, and Quezon (Calabarzon).
Details from Police Regional Office 4A (PRO-4A) reports indicate coordinated buy-busts targeting high-value individuals (HVIs) and street-level pushers. Key hauls included:
- Large packets weighing hundreds of grams in Cavite and Rizal.
- Smaller sachets in Laguna and Quezon, plus one undocumented pistol.
No specific arrests or exact breakdown was detailed in initial reports, but the operations underscore PRO-4A’s aggressive stance amid rising drug-related incidents during the holidays.
Authorities praised the busts as a blow to syndicates, with seized items undergoing forensic testing for court cases under RA 9165 (Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act). Community tips played a crucial role, officials noted.
This P2.4 million seizure adds to Calabarzon’s 2025 tally of billions in confiscated drugs, reinforcing the region’s role in national anti-narcotics campaigns.
Seizure Snapshot:
| Item | Estimated Value/Quantity |
|---|---|
| Shabu | P2.4 million |
| Firearm | 1 undocumented gun |
| Region | Calabarzon (multiple provinces) |