By Liza Agoot
BAGUIO CITY – Four individuals, including a police officer assigned here, were arrested in a buy-bust in Barangay Dontogan on Tuesday, with about 20 kilograms of shabu worth PHP136 million seized.
Col. Ruel Tagel, Baguio City Police Office (BCPO) Director, said also seized at the scene were a firearm, various identification documents, mobile phones, and other pieces of evidence.
“This operation was the result of extensive intelligence gathering,” Tagel said.
“The BCPO will not tolerate illegal activities within our ranks. We remain resolute in our dedication to ensuring that those who violate the law are held accountable. This operation delivers a clear message of our determination to uphold public trust and strengthen the professionalism of our police force.”
Tagel said the erring officer will be subjected to administrative charges and dismissed from the service, if proven guilty.
He said they regularly implement the Police Information and Continuing Education, conducting random drug testing and ensuring law enforcers’ non-engagement in illegal activities.
“The arrested individuals will face charges for violations of different provisions of the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002 like selling and possession of illegal drugs,” Tagel said.
The operation was conducted by the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency and Philippine National Police. (PNA)
