Massive Marijuana Plant Destruction in Kalinga Province
Authorities have uprooted and destroyed a large number of marijuana plants during a recent operation in Kalinga province. According to local officials, anti-narcotics teams removed and burned 42,000 fully grown marijuana plants over a two-day period. This effort targeted an illegal plantation located in Barangay Buscalan, Tinglayan town.
The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) reported that the operation, which took place from June 3 to June 4, involved both the PDEA-Cordillera Kalinga Provincial Office and local police forces. The site covered approximately 2,800 square meters, consisting of a single, extensive plot of marijuana cultivation.
Details of the Operation
During the raid, the anti-narcotics authorities carefully uprooted the marijuana plants and proceeded to burn them on-site to prevent further illegal use. Despite the scale of the plantation, no suspects were apprehended during the operation. Sources noted that while the plantation represented a significant illegal agricultural enterprise, the absence of arrests indicates the cultivators may have fled prior to the raid.
This large-scale destruction is part of ongoing efforts to combat illegal drugs in the region. Local leaders emphasized the importance of continued vigilance and cooperation among law enforcement agencies to suppress narcotics production and trafficking.
Community Impact and Future Efforts
The eradication of these marijuana plants, valued at approximately 8.4 million pesos, sends a strong message against illegal drug cultivation. Residents in Barangay Buscalan expressed relief, hoping this crackdown will lead to safer communities. “Dako nang tabang ni sa among barangay aron walay mahilabot sa droga,” a local remarked.
Authorities pledge to sustain these initiatives and encourage the community to report suspicious activities. The combined efforts of PDEA and local police aim to dismantle drug networks and prevent future plantations from taking root.
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