Dismissed Cop, 2 Others Arrested in P340K Drug Bust in CDO

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — Three suspects, including a dismissed police officer, were apprehended in a predawn anti-drug operation in Barangay Lumbia here on Tuesday, July 28. Authorities seized suspected methamphetamine (shabu) valued at approximately P340,000. Maj. Joann Navarro, spokesperson for the Police Regional Office 10 (PRO-10), stated that the suspects were allegedly involved in illegal drug transactions. This bust is part of the ongoing nationwide anti-illegal drug campaign, highlighting the authorities' resolve to eradicate drug-related crimes, particularly in provincial cities. PRO-10 has consistently taken a firm stance against drug offenses, and this arrest is seen as part of those continuous efforts. The drug problem in the Philippines is recognized as a significant threat to public safety and national health, prompting the government to implement sustained measures through its law enforcement agencies.