DAVAO CITY — Two women identified by authorities as high-value individuals (HVIs) were arrested in a buy-bust operation in Barangay Mintal, Davao City, early Tuesday, October 13, 2026, after police operatives seized approximately 30 grams of suspected shabu valued at ₱204,000.
The operation was conducted at around 12:10 a.m. along Bypass Road in Purok 1, Barangay Mintal, as part of continuing law enforcement efforts to curb the distribution of illegal drugs in the city.
The anti-drug operation was carried out by personnel of the City Drug Enforcement Unit (CDEU) and the City Special Operations Group (CSOG), in coordination with the Regional Special Operations Group 11, the 1st and 2nd City Mobile Force Companies, Tugbok Police Station, and the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) Region 11.
Authorities reported that the operation resulted in the confiscation of an estimated 30 grams of suspected shabu with an approximate street value of ₱204,000. The two women were taken into custody following the operation.
Davao City Police Office (DCPO) City Director Police Colonel Peter Bauzon Madria commended the participating personnel for the successful operation and reaffirmed the police office’s commitment to sustaining anti-illegal drug operations across Davao City.
The arrest underscores the continuing enforcement efforts of the DCPO and its partner agencies against suspected illegal drug distribution. Authorities have yet to provide further details regarding the identities of the arrested women and the specific charges to be filed against them.
The case is expected to proceed through the appropriate legal process as investigators document the seized evidence and prepare the necessary complaints.