Manila, May 1 -- A month-long series of anti-drug operations conducted by the Police Regional Office in the Caraga Region (PRO-13) during April resulted in the seizure of 499.8 grams of shabu and 0.95 grams of marijuana, with estimated value of PHP3,398,890, the PRO-13 reported on Thursday.

The intensified operations by various stations and units under PRO-13 led to the apprehension of 101 individuals involved in illegal drug activities. Among those arrested were 27 identified as High-Value Individuals (HVIs) and 74 classified as Street-Level Individuals.

A significant drug bust occurred on April 7 in Nasipit, Agusan del Norte, where two HVIs were arrested and found in possession of 150 grams of shabu with an estimated street value of P...