A 25-YEAR-OLD ceiling installer was arrested early Monday, January 27, 2025, in a police operation that led to the seizure of substances believed to be shabu worth over P3.4 million.
The operation carried out by personnel from the Sasa Police Station was conducted in Don Julian Street, Doña Pilar Village, Barangay Sasa.
The suspect, identified as Jasper "Jay-Jay" (alias), a resident of Baywave, Barangay Ilang, was apprehended after authorities conducted the comprehensive operation.
Confiscated from the suspect were one medium and six large rectangular heat-sealed plastic sachets, all containing a white crystalline substance believed to be shabu. Other items recovered included a paper bag, a black Nokia cellphone, a P1,000 bill with serial number BJ407669, and 19 pieces of P1,000 boodle money, typically used in entrapment operations.
Authorities have confirmed that the suspected illegal drugs have a street value of P3,427,816. The arrest marks a significant breakthrough in ongoing efforts to crack down on illegal drug activities in the region.
The suspect is currently in police custody, facing charges of violating Republic Act (RA) 9165 known as the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002.
Further investigations are ongoing as police continue to build their case.
Meanwhile, on January 26, a man was arrested following a buy-bust operation in Calinan.
Authorities detained the suspect, identified as "Jelly Boy," after he was found with illegal drugs and carrying firearms – a violation that is particularly serious during the election season.
According to the Calinan Police Station, officers seized approximately 2 grams of alleged shabu, estimated to be worth around P11,000. In addition to the illegal drugs, a .38 caliber revolver, ammunition, and other illegal materials were also recovered.
The items confiscated during the operation are a violation of the Commission on Elections (Comelec) gun ban, which prohibits carrying firearms during the election period.
Davao City Police Office (DCPO) spokesperson Police Captain Hazel Caballero Tuazon revealed that the suspect will face multiple charges, including violations of the Comelec Gun Ban under RA 7166, the Comprehensive Firearms and Ammunition Law under RA 10591 and RA 9165.
Currently, a total of 12 individuals have been arrested in the city for violating the Comelec Gun Ban ahead of the 2025 polls.
DCPO said that these arrests resulted from 10 separate police operations conducted between January 12 and January 26.
Among those apprehended, most were caught with firearms, while others were found with bladed weapons and even one explosive device.
Meanwhile, currently, 19 firearms have already been deposited at police stations as the election period is ongoing. DEF