ILIGAN CITY, May 7, 2026 — A joint anti-illegal drug operation in Barangay Tomas Cabili successfully led to the arrest of two suspected drug personalities and the confiscation of suspected shabu valued at over P136,000.
The operation, conducted on May 5, 2026, at approximately 10:18 PM in Purok 17, Barangay Tomas Cabili, was carried out by the City Drug Enforcement Unit (CDEU) of the Iligan City Police Office (ICPO) under the leadership of PMAJ Rustariel B. Murillo and supervision of PCOL Mario M. Baquiran Jr., Officer-in-Charge of ICPO. The operation was coordinated with the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) Lanao del Norte Provincial Office, the Iligan City Maritime Law Enforcement Team, ICMFC, and intelligence operatives of ICPS2.
The arrested suspects were identified only by their aliases: “Chris,” a 28-year-old male resident of Purok 11, Barangay Tambacan, and “Princess,” a 33-year-old female resident of Purok 5A, Barangay Santiago. Both are currently detained at Iligan City Police Station 5 (ICPS5) for proper disposition and the filing of charges under Republic Act No. 9165, the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002.
Authorities confiscated the following items during the operation:
- One large heat-sealed transparent plastic sachet containing suspected shabu
- Four small heat-sealed transparent plastic sachets containing suspected shabu
- Three pieces of ₱100 bills used as marked money
- One coin purse
- One digital weighing scale
- One disposable lighter
- One improvised tooter
The total weight of the suspected shabu is estimated at 20 grams, with a corresponding Standard Drug Price Value (SDPV) of approximately P136,000.
The inventory and documentation of the seized items were conducted on-site in the presence of Barangay Kagawad Justin B. David and media representative Desiderio Navalis, in compliance with established procedures.
This operation highlights the ongoing commitment of the Iligan City Police Office, in partnership with local government units, to cleanse barangays of the influence of illegal drugs and ensure public safety.
Authorities continue to intensify law enforcement efforts, particularly targeting individuals who have previously surrendered under the government’s Tokhang program but remain involved in drug-related activities.