Quezon, Bukidnon – May 17, 2025 — Authorities arrested two individuals at a checkpoint in Purok 6, Barangay Palacapao, Quezon, Bukidnon at around 7:00 AM today for allegedly transporting smuggled cigarettes.
The suspects, who are residents of Quezon, Bukidnon, were apprehended during a joint checkpoint operation conducted by personnel of the 2nd Provincial Mobile Force Company (PMFC) of the Bukidnon Provincial Police Office (BUKPPO) led by PSMS Benjie Nietes, in coordination with the Quezon Municipal Police Station (MPS).
Seized during the operation were a total of 145 reams of assorted cigarette brands, including King, Molton, Modern, Commando, and Alpha, with an estimated market value of ₱116,000.
The arrested individuals, along with their vehicle and the confiscated contraband, were brought to the Quezon MPS for proper documentation and further legal proceedings.
Authorities have yet to release the names of the suspects as investigations continue into the possible source and destination of the smuggled goods.