MindanaoToday.com | PRO10 SEIZES P1.6M WORTH OF ILLEGAL DRUGS, ARRESTS 121 INDIVIDUALS IN ONE-WEEK LAW ENFORCEMENT OPERATION
CAMP ALAGAR, Cagayan de Oro City- Police Regional Office 10 (PRO10) successfully apprehended a total of 121 individuals across the region during a one-week law enforcement operation from August 15 to 21, 2024.
Under the leadership of PBGEN RICARDO G LAYUG JR, Regional Director, PRO10, the operation targeted various illegal activities including the campaigns on anti-illegal drugs, illegal gambling, wanted persons, and others.
In anti-illegal drugs campaign, PRO10 conducted 48 operations, resulting in the apprehension of 62 individuals and confiscation of 231.556 grams of shabu and 7,800 grams of marijuana with a total Standard Drug Price of PhP1,633,580
In anti-illegal gambling, this PRO conducted eight operations, resulting in the apprehension of 13 individuals and confiscation of PhP11,186.00 worth of illegal gambling items.
Moreover, in neutralizing wanted person, PRO10 arrested a total of 45 wanted individuals which comprised of seven Most Wanted Persons and 38 Other Wanted Persons.
In the battle against loose firearms (Kontra Boga), PRO10 conducted three operations, resulting in the arrest of one individual and the confiscation/surrender/recovery of four small arms. Approximately 411 house visitations for Oplan Katok (Bilang Boga) were conducted, resulting in the voluntary surrender of one firearm for safekeeping.
PBGEN RICARDO G LAYUG JR, Regional Director, PRO10, commended the relentless dedication and hard work of the operating units involved in the operation.
“Our collective effort in the fight against criminalities has paved the way for a safer and more secure community. The success of this operation is a testament to our unwavering commitment to maintaining peace and order in Northern Mindanao,” he said.
PRO10 remains steadfast in its mission to combat all forms of criminality, ensuring the safety and security of the region’s residents. (RPIO PRO10)
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