2 men yield P690K shabu in Makati buy-bust

Two men tagged as high value individuals (HVIs) for their involvement in the illegal drugs trade were nabbed in a buy-bust operation conducted by the Makati City Police in Barangay Tejeros, Makati City, city police chief Col. Jean Dela Torre said.

The suspects were identified as "Haydo" and "Raprap." The two are residents of Barangay Tejeros.

Dela Torre said the police operation, conducted in coordination with the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA), led to the recovery of 102 grams of shabu worth P693,300 from the suspects. Other drug paraphernalia were also recovered from them.

Further investigation revealed that Haydo had been arrested multiple times in 2018, 2019, and 2022 in Sta. Ana Manila for violations of RA 9165 and PD 1602.

He was also incarcerated at the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) in 2019 for his involvement in the illegal drug trade.

"The arrested suspects will face charges for violations of Section 5 and Section 11, Article II of Republic Act No. 9165, also known as the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002. The case will be referred to the Makati City Prosecutor’s Office for further legal proceedings," Dela Torre said.

She also commended the police officers for the successful arrest of the suspects.

"The Makati City Police, in alignment with the intensified anti-illegal drug campaign of the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO), continues to demonstrate its unwavering commitment to eradicating the illegal drug trade in the city. With the active cooperation of the community, the Makati PNP remains at the forefront of ensuring safety and justice for all residents. This successful operation is a testament to the relentless efforts of the police in making Makati City a safer, drug-free community where safety prevails, justice thrives, and the promise of a drug-free future is upheld for every citizen," she added.