BUTUAN CITY — Police arrested a 39-year-old man and seized ₱303,960 worth of suspected shabu during the implementation of a search warrant at a residence in Barangay Baan Riverside, Butuan City, on November 11, as authorities intensified their campaign against illegal drugs in the Caraga region.
The suspect, identified only by the alias “Tayo,” was described by police as a newly identified street-level individual (SLI). He was arrested at his residence in Purok 5B during an operation conducted by the Drug Enforcement Unit of Butuan City Police Station 1, with personnel from the Agusan del Norte Maritime Police Station and in coordination with the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) Regional Office 13.
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Police Regional Office 13 Director PBGen Rolindo M. Suguilon reported the operation, which was carried out pursuant to a search warrant issued by the Regional Trial Court, 10th Judicial Region, Branch 33, in Butuan City.
The warrant authorized the search in connection with alleged violations of Sections 11 and 12, Article II of Republic Act No. 9165, or the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002. These provisions cover the illegal possession of dangerous drugs and drug paraphernalia, respectively.
During the search, authorities recovered several heat-sealed plastic sachets containing suspected shabu with a reported total weight of 44.7 grams. The seized substances were valued by authorities at ₱303,960.
Also confiscated were an improvised drug paraphernalia consisting of a blue disposable lighter fitted with an inserted needle and a black digital weighing scale.
The recovery of the weighing scale and improvised paraphernalia forms part of the evidence gathered during the operation. However, the seized substances remain classified as suspected shabu pending the appropriate laboratory examination and confirmation.
The arrest adds to the ongoing anti-illegal drug operations being conducted by police authorities across Caraga, with law enforcement agencies continuing to target individuals allegedly involved in the distribution and possession of prohibited substances.
Suguilon said the operation reflected the regional police command’s commitment to strengthening enforcement efforts against illegal drugs through coordination among different law enforcement agencies.
“This successful operation demonstrates PNP Caraga’s continuing resolve to protect the region from the threats of illegal drugs, strengthen inter-agency enforcement efforts, and ensure that our communities remain safe and free from the dangers of illegal drugs,” Suguilon said.
He also urged residents to cooperate with authorities by reporting suspected illegal drug activities to their nearest police station.
The suspect is expected to face appropriate charges in connection with the alleged violations of Republic Act No. 9165. Further details regarding his legal status and the disposition of the confiscated substances were not immediately provided in the police report.