Major Drug Bust in Batangas Nets P1-M Shabu
LUCENA CITY — Police anti-narcotics operatives successfully arrested a suspected high-profile drug dealer and confiscated over P1 million worth of shabu (crystal meth) during a buy-bust operation on Monday, June 30, in Bauan town, Batangas province. This P1-M shabu seized in Batangas buy-bust marks a significant blow against illegal drug activities in the region.
According to local enforcement reports, the Bauan police drug team apprehended the suspect, known by the alias “Nelson,” after he sold shabu to an undercover officer at approximately 8:30 p.m. in Barangay San Roque. The operation was part of ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking in the area.
Details of the Seized Illegal Drugs
Authorities discovered that Nelson was carrying four heat-sealed plastic sachets containing a white crystalline substance believed to be shabu, weighing a total of 160 grams. The Dangerous Drugs Board values the confiscated drugs at P1,088,000, calculated at a standard price of P6,800 per gram.
Investigation into the source of the illegal drugs is still underway as police intensify their crackdown on drug syndicates. Local officials confirmed that Nelson is listed as a high-value individual on the police drug watch list. This classification includes financiers, traffickers, manufacturers, importers, or known syndicate members.
Legal Charges and Custody Status
Nelson remains in police custody and faces charges under the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002. Authorities are determined to hold him accountable and prevent further distribution of illegal substances in Batangas and neighboring provinces.
Earlier reports noted similar successful operations in Batangas City, where three suspects yielded P2.3 million worth of shabu in buy-bust operations. These ongoing efforts demonstrate the police’s commitment to dismantling drug networks and ensuring public safety.
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