CEBU CITY — Authorities seized 1.5 kilograms of shabu worth an estimated P10.2 million in a buy-bust in Mandaue City on Wednesday evening, Jan. 8.The Mandaue City Police Office's City Intelligence Unit, the City Drug Enforcement Unit and the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency carried out the operation at around 8:07 p.m. along FE Zuellig Street in Barangay Subangdaku.
A 42-year-old pusher identified as 'Mon,' a resident of Sitio Bugwak, Barangay San Vicente, Liloan, was arrested during the operation.The authorities identified him as a high-value individual. Investigations revealed that Mon has been involved in drug trafficking for several years.Authorities believe he was distributing around 2 to 4 kilograms of shabu every month across Mandaue City and neighboring towns like Consolacion and Liloan.Law enforcement is continuing its efforts to address the illegal drug trade in the region, targeting high-value individuals alike.He will be charged under Sections 5 and 11 of Republic Act 9165, also known as the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002.The suspect has a prior criminal history related to drugs, having previously been incarcerated for drug-related offenses.He was arrested by the Cebu City Police Office at Police Station 3 regarding similar charges but was later released on bail. Despite his past, authorities say he resumed his illegal activities and remained a key player in the distribution of narcotics in the region
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