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High-value target nabbed in P408-K Davao City drug bust

by Rhoda Grace Saron
written by Rhoda Grace Saron

DAVAO City Police Office (DCPO) operatives seized over P400,000 worth of suspected illegal drugs from a high-value target in a raid at around 2 a.m. in Purok Uma, Minterbo, Barangay Ilang on Thursday, Feb. 26.

Acting city director Col Mannan Caracas Muarip said the police executed a search warrant on the house of a 39-year-old suspect known by the alias Lab, classified as a high-value individual in the city’s drug watch list.

The Bunawan Police Station, led by Cpt Ramil Anthony Maxey and supervised by station commander Maj Janus Lumbaya Macli-ing, recovered several sachets of suspected shabu during the operation. 

“The DCPO remains resolute in protecting families and ensuring Davao City remains safe and drug-free,” Muarip said in a statement, reiterating the office’s commitment to dismantling drug networks while upholding human rights and due process.

The suspect is now in custody and faces a charge for violating Republic Act 9165 (Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002).

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Drug suspect nabbed in early morning sting; ₱748-K worth of shabu seized

by Rhoda Grace Saron
written by Rhoda Grace Saron

A WOMAN classified as a high-value individual (HVI) was arrested in an early morning buy-bust in Barangay 76-A on Friday, yielding nearly a million pesos worth of suspected shabu.

The suspect,  identified only as alias Lovely, 23, was apprehended at approximately 6:27 a.m. on Feb. 6, 2026, at her residence in Purok 1, Bucana.

According to the police report, an undercover officer acting as a poseur-buyer purchased one sachet of suspected shabu from the suspect. Following the transaction, authorities recovered two additional large heat-sealed sachets of the illegal substance.

Aside from the shabu, with an estimated standard drug price of ₱748,000.00, operatives also recovered the ₱1,000 genuine buy-bust bill and eight pieces of ₱1,000 boodle money, an iPhone, and a rechargeable shaver box used to conceal the contraband.

The City Drug Enforcement Unit, Regional Police Drug Enforcement Unit XI, City Intelligence Unit, the 1st and 2nd City Mobile Force Companies, and the Sta. Ana Police Station led the joint operation.

For now, the suspect is in police custody and will face a charge for violation of Republic Act 9165 (The Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002).

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DCPO chief leads midnight operation in Brgy. 23-C; 4 drug suspects arrested

by Rhoda Grace Saron
written by Rhoda Grace Saron

THE DAVAO City Police Office (DCPO) launched an Oplan Ronda in Barangay 23-C, resulting in the arrest of four drug suspects and the issuance of citation tickets to local ordinance violators during the early hours of Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026.

The operation, which ran from 10 p.m. on Tuesday to 1:30 a.m. on Wednesday, was led by Col Mannan C. Muarip, acting city police director.

Personnel of the Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team, the 1st and 2nd City Mobile Force Companies (CMFC), Sta Ana Police Station 1, police auxiliaries, and barangay tanods also joined the operation.

Four individuals were apprehended for violations of Republic Act 9165 (The Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002), owing to the “timely information” provided by a vigilant community. 

Accomplishments in Barangay 23-C included:

  • 15 minors were taken into custody for violating curfew hours 
  • 44 citation tickets were issued for various traffic offenses
  • 14 individuals were apprehended for loitering while half-naked, and
  • One citation ticket was issued for a violation of the city’s Anti-Smoking Ordinance.

Muarip emphasized that maintaining peace and order is a “shared responsibility.” 

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Top 5 city-level drug suspects arrested in Panacan dawn raid

by Rhoda Grace Saron
written by Rhoda Grace Saron

A 32-YEAR-OLD house painter listed as the top five city-level target was arrested early Tuesday morning, Jan. 13, 2026, during a coordinated search operation in Malagamot, Barangay Panacan.

Operatives from the Sasa Police Station (PS4), led by PLT Arnel Haradji under the supervision of Acting Station Commander Maj Noe L. Macolbacol Jr., executed two search warrants at the residence of alias Mark in Purok 22, Abad compound, Malagamot.

The operation, launched at approximately 3:29 a.m., was conducted in coordination with the Regional Mobile Force Battalion XI and the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency XI.

Executive Judge Rowena Apao-Adlawan issued an arrest and seizure armed with search warrant numbers 2596 and 2597, authorizing the police to raid the suspect’s home.

The search yielded eight heat-sealed transparent plastic sachets containing suspected shabu with an estimated value of P161,024,  a .38 caliber revolver without a serial number, and two rounds of live ammunition.

The drug evidence was turned over to the Davao City Forensic Unit for laboratory examination, while the firearm underwent ballistic testing. Meanwhile, alias Mark is now detained at the Sasa Police Station, facing charges for violating Republic Act 9165 (Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002) and Republic Act 10591 (Comprehensive Firearms and Ammunition Regulation Act).

File photo courtesy of DCPO

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DCPO arrests ‘high-value’ suspect; ₱95-K in shabu and firearm seized

by Rhoda Grace Saron
written by Rhoda Grace Saron

THE DAVAO City Police Office (DCPO) arrested a high-value individual (HVI) and recovered nearly ₱100,000 worth of suspected shabu during a buy-bust on Jan. 5, along Soliman Street, Barangay Tomas Monteverde, Agdao District 

The suspect, identified only by the alias Marvin, was apprehended by the City Special Operations Group (CSOG) and the City Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) in a coordinated strike led by Lt. Col. Randy Sambalod.

During the operation, law enforcement officers recovered suspected drugs with an estimated street value of ₱95,200 and a .38 caliber revolver.

“This significant accomplishment is a clear manifestation of our steadfast commitment,” DCPO acting chief Col Mannan Muarip said in a statement. “Order was reinforced by removing a high-value drug personality, dangerous illegal drugs, and an unlicensed firearm from our community.” 

The suspect is currently in police custody and will be facing charges for violating Republic Act 9165 (Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002) and Republic Act 10591 (Comprehensive Firearms and Ammunition Regulation Act).

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2 arrested as ₱1.04-M worth of marijuana and liquid vapes seized in Ma-a

by Rhoda Grace Saron
written by Rhoda Grace Saron

A HIGH-VALUE target and his companion were arrested by Davao City Police Office operatives who also seized over ₱1.04 million worth of suspected marijuana products during a buy-bust in Barangay Ma-a on Tuesday afternoon, Dec. 30.

The operation, conducted around 3:13 p.m. in Purok 27, Riverside, resulted in the apprehension of a priority drug target identified as alias Boss, 25, and his companion, alias Kirby, 30, both residents of Punta Dumalag 1, Matina Aplaya.

The joint operation was spearheaded by the City Drug Enforcement Unit and the City Special Operations Group, led by PLt Col Randy P. Sambalod, alongside operatives of the Ma-a Police Station (PS16).

Authorities recovered Multiple boxes of high-potency disposable vape pens in assorted flavors, with an estimated value of ₱925,000, and high-grade marijuana leaves and fruiting tops valued at approximately ₱120,000.

They also confiscated the cellular phones, drug paraphernalia, and Yamaha Mio motorcycle used by the suspects.

Col Mannan Caracas Muarip, acting DCPO chief, said, “The arrest of alias Boss, a long-standing target of the DCPO, sends a strong message that no drug personality—regardless of status—is beyond the reach of the law.” 

He emphasized that dismantling such networks is crucial to protecting the youth from evolving drug products like high-potency vapes.

The suspects are currently in police custody and face a charge for violating Republic Act 9165 (The Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002).

Photo by Jeff W on Unsplash

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Barangay staffer arrested in Cabantian drug buy-bust

by Rhoda Grace Saron
written by Rhoda Grace Saron

AN INDIVIDUAL identified by authorities as a top ten city-level drug personality was arrested on Tuesday evening, December 9, 2025, during a joint buy-bust operation conducted around 9:50 p.m. at the corner of Bacahoa Village near Roasters Lechon Baka, Barangay Cabantian.

The operation by Buhangin Police Station 5 (PS5), the Station Drug Enforcement Team, and the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency XI, targeted alias Franz, a 35-year-old barangay staff member, was carried out by personnel from 

Franz, a resident of Purok 35, Barangay Cabantian, was apprehended for violating Republic Act 9165, or the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002, specifically Sections 5 (selling) and 11 (possession).

Seized from the suspect’s possession were two heat-sealed transparent plastic sachets containing a white crystalline substance suspected to be shabu, with an estimated standard street value of P 43,180. Law enforcers also confiscated the buy-bust money and a Honda XRM motorcycle bearing plate number SF1882.

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Over P4-M in illegal drugs incinerated in Davao 

by Rhoda Grace Saron
written by Rhoda Grace Saron

THE PHILIPPINE Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) XI destroyed over ₱4 million worth of seized illegal drugs on Tuesday, Nov. 18, to address public concerns over recycling.

PDEA XI regional director Edgar T. Jubay supervised the incineration, held around 9 a.m. at the Cosmopolitan Funeral Homes, J. Camus Extension, corner Jose Abad Santos Street, Davao City.

The thermal incineration was conducted in line with the observance of the Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Week 2025 and in strict compliance with Republic Act 9165, or the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002.

A total of ₱4,020,036.48 worth of illegal drugs—along with various expired medicines—were completely destroyed. 

The evidence included:

  • Shabu: 497.3788 grams, valued at ₱3,382,175.84
  • Marijuana: 5,303.8387 grams, valued at ₱637,860.64
  • Expired Medicines: Valued at around ₱3,308

To guarantee full transparency and accountability throughout the process, the destruction was witnessed by Regional Trial Court Branch 17 Judge Marie Estrellita Tolentino-Rojas, representatives from the Department of Justice and the Public Attorney’s Office, civil society groups, and the media.

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Top regional drug personality arrested in Dumoy buy-bust operation

by Rhoda Grace Saron
written by Rhoda Grace Saron

A SUSPECT, considered a top six regional-level drug personality, was arrested by authorities at Iwha Village, Dumoy, Davao City, at 10:26 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 18. 

The suspect was identified only as alias Bro, 39, single, unemployed, and a resident of Silka Saypon, Crossing Bayabas, Toril.

Davao City Police Office (DCPO) spokesperson Captain Hazel Tuazon confirmed that the suspect is a high-value individual for violating Republic Act 9165 (Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002). 

According to the report, the suspect was apprehended by a police poseur-buyer after a successful purchase of a sachet containing a white crystalline substance, believed to be shabu, in exchange for a P1,000 marked bill inserted in P14,000 in boodle money.

Authorities recovered the following pieces of evidence from the suspect: two sachets of shabu, the buy-bust money, consisting of P1,000 and P14,000 boodle bills, P300 money, a gold-colored HONOR cellular phone, and a black Toyota Vios.

Police estimated the total standard drug price of the recovered drugs at P287,232.

Photo courtesy of DCPO

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