Manila, Jan. 27 -- The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency in Caraga (PDEA-13) arrested two suspects and seized more than PHP108 million worth of shabu in a drug sting Monday morning in Bayugan City, Agusan del Sur.
PDEA-13 said 16 kg. of shabu were confiscated from Octomar Demetrio, 32, of Barangay Baan 3 in this city, and Janray Cala, 22, of Barangay Poblacion 2, Tubay, Agusan del Sur.
"This operation marks one of the largest shabu seizures in Caraga history," the agency said.
PDEA-13 Director Levi Ortiz emphasized the importance of collaboration in fighting illegal drugs.
"Our combined efforts reflect our commitment to protecting the community," Ortiz said.
The suspects and evidence are in PDEA-13 custody and would face charges of vi...