Davao City police arrest 94, seize ₱1.25 million in shabu in weeklong crackdown

The Davao City Police Office (DCPO) arrested 94 people and seized more than ₱1.25 million worth of suspected shabu in a series of anti-crime operations from November 1 to 7, according to Mindanao Times.

City police director PCOL Peter Bauzon Madria said the weeklong campaign covered four areas: illegal drugs, illegal gambling, wanted persons and loose firearms.

Drug operations made up the largest share of the results. Police said 28 separate anti-drug operations led to the arrest of 40 suspects and the confiscation of 185.06 grams of suspected shabu valued at ₱1,258,408. Officers also seized 12.178 grams of suspected marijuana valued at ₱1,461.36.

In the drive against fugitives, police conducted 38 operations that resulted in 38 arrests. Of those arrested, 19 were listed as most wanted persons, police said.

Against illegal gambling, authorities carried out 11 operations, arresting 15 alleged gamblers and confiscating ₱5,330 in bet money. Police said 11 cases were filed in court.

Three operations targeting loose firearms led to the arrest of one suspect and the seizure of two firearms, while another firearm was surrendered for safekeeping.

Madria attributed the results to support from the community, barangay officials and the Davao City Local Government Unit. He said all arrests followed human rights standards and standard police operational procedures.