Illegal Drugs Seized Total Over P82 Billion in Three Years
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) revealed that illegal drugs seized from July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2025, reached a staggering P82.79 billion. This figure highlights the continued crackdown on narcotics in the country.
The illegal drugs seized included 141,634 ecstasy tablets, 11,067.35 kilograms of shabu (crystal meth), 7,526.68 kilograms of marijuana, and 94.17 kilograms of cocaine. These figures underline the scale of the “illegal drugs seized” in this period.
Arrests and Drug-Free Barangays Mark Progress
Alongside the seizures, authorities arrested 153,206 individuals on drug-related charges, with 9,689 identified as high-value targets. This enforcement effort has led to 29,471 barangays now declared drug-free as of June 30, 2025.
Moreover, the agency dismantled 1,488 drug dens and five clandestine drug laboratories during the three-year span, demonstrating a significant disruption of the drug supply network.
President Marcos Highlights Campaign Success
These data were released following President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s statement during his fourth State of the Nation Address. He claimed that the current administration’s anti-drug campaign in three years has matched the results of the previous administration’s six years.
In a forum held in San Juan City, PDEA Director General Isagani Nerez announced plans to destroy 2.5 tons of illegal drugs in a scheduled activity in the second week of August. This move underscores the ongoing commitment to combat the drug menace.
Looking Forward in the Anti-Drug Fight
With the continuous effort to seize illegal drugs and dismantle drug networks, law enforcement agencies remain vigilant. Local leaders noted the importance of sustaining these gains to ensure safer communities nationwide.
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