CAMP GEN. ALEJO S. SANTOS, City of Malolos: An estimated P1.7 million worth of shabu was seized from two drug suspects who were nabbed during an anti-criminality operation by Bulacan Police in Balagtas town on Friday, November 17.

Bulacan Police Provincial Office (PPO) Director Col. Relly Arnedo said that the members of the Balagtas Police Station apprehended the two drug suspects during a buy-bust in Barangay San Juan.

Two drug felons were identified as Alias JC and Alias JR.

Police said approximately 262 grams of shabu with a standard drug price (SDP) of about P1,781,600 were confiscated along with marked money and drug paraphernalia.

The arrested suspect and the confiscated pieces of evidence were brought to the Bulacan Provincial Forensic Unit (PFU) for appropriate examination.

Criminal complaints for violation of Republic Act 9165 against the suspect are now being prepared for filing in court.

Arnedo said the unwavering commitment of the Bulacan PNP to combat criminality and maintain public safety in the province is evident through these intensified police operations.

“The successful operations are a testament to the dedication and effectiveness of law enforcement in curbing illegal drug activities and capturing wanted criminals,” said Arnedo.