Camp BGen
Vicente P
Lim, Calamba City – The Rodriguez Municipal Police Station successfully
arrested drug suspects
during a buy-bust operation on January 30, 2024
and confiscated approximately 150 grams of
suspected shabu valued
at ₱1,020,000.00.
The suspects, identified as alias “Karyo” and
alias Edelyn, both residents of Dike 2, Brgy.,
Balite, Rodriguez, Rizal,
were apprehended for
Violations of Sections 5,
11, and 26 of Republic
Act 9165 or the Comprehensive Drugs Act of
2002.
The operation carried out around 10:45
PM at said place was
done in cooperation
with a confidential informant. The buy-bust
operation targeted alias
“Karyo” and uncovered
a conspiracy wherein
both suspects sold one
(1) sachet containing
suspected shabu to an
undercover police officer acting as a poseur
buyer.
Confiscated items
from alias “Karyo” were
buy-bust and boodle
money, 7 heat-sealed
transparent plastic sachets and 1 knot-tied ice
bag containing suspected shabu. While alias
“Edelyn” was confiscated with monetary bills,
3 sachets of suspected
shabu and other drug
paraphernalia.
The successful operation reflects the
staunch commitment of
the PNP Rodriguez to
ensure the safety and
well-being of its residents.
In a statement,
the Regional Director
BGeb Paul Kenneth Lucas, underscored the
vital role of citizens as
informants. “This successful operation would
not have been possible without the crucial
assistance of vigilant
citizens who stepped
forward as informants.
Their cooperation and
commitment to a safer
community are commendable, and we encourage others to follow
their example. Together,
we can make our neighborhoods safer and free
from the clutches of illegal drugs,” he said.
The arrested individuals will face charges
in accordance with the
relevant laws, as the entire PNP CALABARZON
continues its relentless
efforts to eradicate illegal drugs in the region.
(ROSELLE AQUINO)