Police Authorities Arrest Cellphone Vendor & Tricycle Driver for Possessing Suspected Illegal Drugs
A cellphone vendor and a tricycle driver were apprehended Tuesday night (June 6, 2023) after being found in possession of approximately half a kilogram of suspected illegal drugs (methamphetamine) in Rosario, Cavite.
According to a report from the Rosario Municipal Police Station, the drug buy-bust operation was conducted around 7 PM in Barangay Tejeros Convention, resulting in the arrest of the two suspects.
Authorities confiscated around 500 grams of suspected illegal drugs with an estimated street value of P3.45 million from the suspects.
After inventory, the seized evidence was brought to the PDEA Regional Office in Calamba, Laguna for further examination and analysis.
The suspects are now in the custody of the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) and will face charges for violating the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act.
Drug-related incidents like this serve as a reminder of the ongoing battle against illegal drugs in the country. Law enforcement agencies remain committed to their mission of combating the drug trade and ensuring the safety and well-being of the community.
The authorities’ relentless efforts to apprehend individuals involved in drug trafficking play a vital role in curbing the proliferation of illegal drugs and protecting society from its detrimental effects.
As the case progresses, it is expected that a thorough investigation will be conducted to determine the extent of the suspects’ involvement and to bring them to justice according to the laws of the land.
This latest arrest demonstrates the continuous vigilance and dedication of law enforcement agencies in the fight against illegal drugs, aiming to create a safer and drug-free environment for all.
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