Makati Police Seize P455,000 Shabu in Buy-Bust Operation
A 61-year-old man was arrested in a high-stakes drug bust in Barangay Olympia, Makati City, on the night of June 2. The Makati police successfully recovered P455,000 worth of shabu during the operation.
The suspect, known locally as “Waki,” has been labeled a high-value drug personality by authorities. Law enforcement officers, employing a police poseur buyer, managed to purchase P500 worth of shabu from Waki. This transaction enabled the immediate arrest of the suspect.
Details of the Seizure and Arrest
Upon arrest, Waki surrendered 67 grams of shabu, valued at approximately P455,600, along with drug paraphernalia. Authorities confirmed that he will face charges for violating Sections 5 and 11, Article II of Republic Act 9165, also known as the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002. These charges will be filed before the Makati City Prosecutor’s Office.
Commitment to Eliminating Illegal Drugs
Southern Police District (SPD) director Brig. Gen. Joseph Arguelles expressed the department’s unwavering commitment to their intensified campaign against illegal drugs. “This arrest is a result of the continuing intensified operations of Makati Police against illegal drugs. We are committed to taking high-value targets off our streets and ensuring the safety of our communities,” he said.
This operation reflects the police force’s focused efforts to dismantle drug networks and protect residents from the dangers posed by narcotics. Local leaders noted that such actions are vital in maintaining peace and order in the city.
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