Drug dealers apprehended in Bulacan

Camp Gen Alejo S Santos, City of Malolos, Bulacan — During enhanced police operations on August 30, 2023, and early today, Bulacan officers apprehended several drug dealers.

In reports submitted to PCOL RELLY B ARNEDO, Provincial Director of Bulacan PPO, a successful drug sting operation was conducted by the City of San Jose Del Monte (CSJDM) PS in Brgy. Sto. Cristo, CSJDM, Bulacan, led to the confiscation of approximately six (6) grams of suspected shabu, valued at forty thousand eight hundred pesos (Php 40,800) according to the Standard Drug Price (SDP), along with marked money. The suspects, identified as Saudi Boki, Ryan Bautista, Marlon Saludaga, and Jomar Garcia, were promptly arrested.

Similarly, a series of drug buy-bust operations were conducted by the Station Drug Enforcement Units (SDEUs) of Malolos City, Pulilan, Angat, and Hagonoy PS. These operations resulted in the arrest of five (5) additional drug suspects and the confiscation of an additional thirty thousand three hundred pesos (Php 30,300 – SDP) worth of suspected shabu and marked money.

All apprehended individuals and the confiscated evidence were transferred to the Bulacan Provincial Forensic Unit (PFU) for thorough examination. Criminal complaints for violations under R.A. 9165 have been prepared against the suspects for filing in court.

The Bulacan PPO commends the police officers responsible for these successful operations for their dedication and bravery in fighting against the drug menace. They have demonstrated their unwavering commitment to rid the streets of Bulacan of all forms of illegal drugs.

We reiterate our pledge to continue our anti-drug campaign and urge the public to cooperate with the police force in our efforts to maintain peace and order in the province.