Amai Manabilang, Lanao del Sur – April 7, 2025 — Two individuals suspected of involvement in illegal drug activities were arrested during a joint buy-bust operation conducted at around 3:30 PM in Barangay Pagalamatan, Amai Manabilang, Lanao del Sur.
The law enforcement operation was carried out by personnel of Amai Manabilang Municipal Police Station (MPS), in coordination with Wao MPS, the Provincial Drug Enforcement Unit (PDEU)/Provincial Special Operations Group (PSOG), and the 3rd Platoon of the 1st Provincial Mobile Force Company (PMFC), all under the Lanao del Sur Police Provincial Office (LDSPPO).
Police Colonel Robert S. Daculan, Provincial Director of LDSPPO, commended the operating units for their dedication and effective teamwork that led to the arrest of the suspects, who are both residents of Barangay Pigtauranan, Pangantucan, Bukidnon.
Confiscated from the suspects were four heat-sealed transparent plastic sachets containing a white crystalline substance believed to be shabu. The seized drugs have an estimated weight of 0.1 grams and a street value of ₱680. Authorities also impounded a black Kawasaki Bajaj motorcycle without a license plate, which was in the possession of the suspects.
The suspects, along with the confiscated evidence, are currently in the custody of the Amai Manabilang MPS for proper documentation and filing of appropriate charges.
Authorities reaffirmed their commitment to intensify operations against illegal drugs in Lanao del Sur as part of the Philippine National Police’s campaign to ensure safer communities.