ILOILO City – A 60-year-old senior citizen and a 19-year-old Grade 12 student were arrested in separate anti-illegal drug operations that yielded more than P1.5 million worth of suspected shabu here on Thursday.
The first operation was conducted at around 6:20 p.m. in Barangay San Vicente, Jaro, resulting in the arrest of alias “Tiyoy Jerry,” 60, a resident of Barangay Bakhaw, Mandurriao.
Police recovered from his possession 120 grams of suspected shabu valued at P816,000.
About an hour later, operatives conducted another operation in Barangay Tanza Timawa, City Proper, which led to the arrest of alias “Ced,” 19, a Grade 12 student and resident of the village.
Confiscated from the second suspect were 103 grams of suspected shabu worth an estimated P700,400.
The two operations resulted in the seizure of a total of 223 grams of suspected shabu with an estimated street value of P1,516,400.
Iloilo City Police Office (ICPO) Director Police Col. Wilbert Parilla said the arrests were part of the continuing efforts of the police to curb the illegal drug trade.
Parilla said the ICPO remains committed to sustaining its anti-illegal drug campaign and pursuing individuals involved in the illicit drug trade to help ensure safer and drug-free communities.
“We at the ICPO always reminded everyone that in the illegal drug trade, there is no forever. Stop early before it is too late. Remember, illegal drugs can ruin your life. Choose a better path and stay away from drugs,” Parilla said.
The two suspects are currently under police custody and are facing charges for violation of Republic Act 9165, or the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002./PN