Datu Anggal Midtimbang, Maguindanao del Sur — Two men were arrested and over P173,000 worth of suspected shabu was confiscated during a checkpoint operation conducted by the Datu Anggal Midtimbang Municipal Police Station (DAM MPS) along the National Highway in Barangay Adaon at around 7:47 PM on July 24, 2025.
The anti-drug operation forms part of the intensified campaign of the Police Regional Office – Bangsamoro Autonomous Region (PRO BAR) against illegal drugs.
According to a report from the Maguindanao del Sur Police Provincial Office, law enforcers flagged down a gray Suzuki S-Presso during routine checkpoint duties. The vehicle’s occupants — identified as “Jay Ariel,” 30, and “Jaypoy,” 39 — reportedly showed suspicious behavior and were uncooperative during verification, prompting further inspection.
Authorities discovered sachets of suspected shabu, valued at P173,400, inside the vehicle and in the suspects’ possession. The two men were immediately arrested and are now under the custody of DAM MPS.
Charges for violating Republic Act 9165 or the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002 will be filed against the suspects.
PBGEN Jaysen C. De Guzman, Regional Director of PRO BAR, commended the DAM MPS personnel for their swift and coordinated action. He also urged all PNP personnel in the region to prioritize safety, adhere strictly to procedures, and respect human rights in all police operations.