Manila, March 24 -- The Police Regional Office in Bicol (PRO-5) confiscated almost PHP2.49 million worth of illegal drugs and arrested 42 during a series of operations from March 17 to 23.

In a report on Monday, PRO-5 Director Brig. Gen. Andre Dizon said 35 anti-drug operations were conducted in six provinces and one component city that resulted in the seizure of drug items, including 367.2611 grams of shabu and 1.90 grams of marijuana.

Among the provinces, Camarines Norte reported the highest drug seizure with PHP1.60 million; followed by Camarines Sur with PHP574,957; Albay with PHP181,788; Masbate with PHP95,540; Naga City with PHP37,400; Sorsogon with PHP3,400; and Catanduanes with PHP1,020.

"Our operations are not just about arres...