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BATANGAS CITY — A drug pusher, identified as alias Bukol, was arrested by elements of the Batangas Component City Police Station (BCCPS) led by LtCol. Ira Morello on Monday in Barangay Sta. Clara.
The arrest was done by virtue of a search warrant issued by Executive Judge Dorcas Ferriols-Perez of the Fourth Judicial Region, Branch 84, Batangas City, on Feb. 7, 2025.
The arrest was done in coordination with the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA).
Morello said the raiders seized from the suspect a black wallet, a weighing scale, a pair of scissors, a plastic package, a bamboo clip, and approximately 12.17 grams of shabu with an estimated street value of P82,756.
The suspect is currently detained at the temporary custodial facility of the BCCPS.
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"Through everyone's cooperation, we will continue enforcing laws against illegal drugs and crime," said Morello, stressing the achievement was a step towards a clean and drug-free future for the city's youth.
"I also encourage every citizen to remain vigilant and promptly report any suspicious activities in their area. Together, let us strive for a safe and prosperous community," added Morello.
Batangas Police provincial director Col. Jacinto Malinao Jr. praised the men and women of BCCPS for a job well done.
