One individual was apprehended, with PHP 600,000 worth of methamphetamine (shabu) confiscated in Maguindanao del Sur.
Philippines: Alias Eric Arrested in Intelligence-Driven Drug Operation
In a significant development in the fight against illegal drugs, Police Brigadier General Jaysen De Guzman led an operation in Pagagawan village, Datu Montawal, Maguindanao del Sur, Philippines, on August 28, 2025. The operation resulted in the arrest of an individual known as alias Eric, who is a legal age resident of the area.
The arrest was part of an intelligence-driven law enforcement operation against illegal drugs. Crucial information about Eric's alleged illegal activities was provided by residents, which played a vital role in the operation's success.
During the operation, the police seized P600,000 worth of illegal drugs from the suspect's possession. The seized drugs weighed more than 85 grams and were suspected to be shabu.
Colonel Noli Abolinsay, the police chief in Maguindanao del Sur, announced the arrest and seizure. He commended the operating team for their efforts in the fight against illegal drugs.
The suspect and the seized evidence are currently under the custody of Datu Montawal Municipal Police Station. The arrest was made in close coordination with the local community.
The operation was conducted in Maguindanao del Sur, a province in the Philippines. This marks another step forward in the ongoing efforts to eradicate illegal drugs from the region.
De Guzman, the Police Regional Office-Bangsamoro Autonomous Region (Pro-BAR) director, has expressed his satisfaction with the operation's outcome. He reiterated the commitment of the police force to continue the fight against illegal drugs, with the support and cooperation of the local communities.
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