MANILA – The Philippine National Police-Drug Enforcement Group (PDEG) reported Tuesday that it seized nearly P78 million worth of narcotics in October.
In a statement, PDEG chief Brig. Gen. Eleazar Matta said 71 operations were conducted, leading to the confiscation of 3.5 kg of suspected shabu, 33 kg of kush, 33.04 kg of dried marijuana, 45 ml of marijuana oil, 700 marijuana seedlings, and 2,800 fully grown marijuana plants, with a total value of P77.9 million. Eighty drug personalities were also arrested during these operations.
Matta said the cumulative value of the drugs seized during the period solidified PDEG’s position as the leading unit of the PNP in drug seizures, and the figures reflect the administration’s firm stance on curbing illegal drug operations throughout the country.
“We commend our brave men and women in the PNP DEG who have dedicated themselves to this mission with integrity and diligence. As directed by our Chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil, we continue to pursue a recalibrated approach in our fight against illegal drugs—ensuring respect for human rights and the preservation of life while holding violators accountable,” Matta said. (PNA)