Manila, Feb. 18 -- The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) seized PHP124 million worth of narcotics in intensified operations from Jan. 1 to Feb. 15 this year.

In a statement on Tuesday, NCRPO acting chief Brig. Gen. Anthony Aberin said the amount includes 15.26 kg. of shabu worth PHP103.79 million; 146.77 kg. of marijuana leaves worth PHP17.61 million; 5.83 grams of cocaine, 271.74 grams of kush, and 73 tablets of ecstasy with a combined value exceeding PHP2 million.

A total of 1,867 drug suspects will face charges under Republic Act 9165 or Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002.

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