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Authorities Nab Three Alleged Drug Traffickers in Separate Buy-Bust Operations in Cavite

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Anti-narcotics authorities in Cavite launched two successful buy-bust operations within a span of 24 hours, resulting in the arrest of three individuals accused of involvement in the illegal drug trade. Police seized substantial amounts of 'shabu' (crystal meth) and an undocumented firearm, further highlighting the region's ongoing struggle against illicit substances. The operations demonstrate the concerted efforts of authorities in maintaining public safety and upholding the law.

Key Takeaways:

  • Authorities arrested three alleged drug traffickers in separate buy-bust operations in Cavite on Tuesday and Wednesday, seizing more than P541,000 worth of 'shabu' (crystal meth) and an illegal firearm.
  • "Edward" and "Heidelyn" were arrested in Dasmarinas City after selling a pack of shabu to an undercover officer, yielding four plastic sachets containing suspected shabu weighing 57.63 grams, valued at P391,884.
  • The two suspects were identified as a high-value individual (HVI) and an identified street pusher, respectively, with estimated DDB values of about P6,800 per gram.
  • In Imus City, anti-narcotics operatives arrested "Estrella" in a sting operation, seizing two sachets of suspected shabu weighing 22 grams, valued at P149,600, along with a motorcycle.
  • The arrests marked the second and third successful operations within a span of 24 hours, underscoring the authorities' commitment to combating the region's entrenched drug trade.
  • The suspects are currently under police custody and will face charges for violating the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002.

Statistics:

  • Authorities seized more than P541,000 worth of 'shabu' (crystal meth) in two separate buy-bust operations in Cavite.
  • The estimated total value of the seized drugs amounts to P1,541,884 (P391,884 + P1,149,600).
  • Two plastic sachets containing suspected shabu, weighing 57.63 grams and valued at P391,884, were seized in the Dasmarinas City operation.
  • Two sachets of suspected shabu weighing 22 grams, valued at P149,600, were seized in the Imus City operation.
  • An undocumented .45-caliber pistol loaded with one bullet was also recovered.

Sources:

  • Police Regional Office 4
  • Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002

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