Valenzuela City – In the successfull anti-drug operation carried out at around 12:25 AM on May 12, 2025, police authorities from the Northern Police District successfully arrested a male drug pusher and confiscated more or less 17 grams of suspected shabu in Barangay Karuhatan, Valenzuela City.
The suspect, identified only by his alias “Ruel”, 44 years old male, a sliding window installer and resident of Orchid Street, Karuhatan, Valenzuela City, was caught red-handed during a buy-bust operation conducted by the District Drug Enforcement Unit (DDEU) of NPD led by PMAJ Jeraldson L Rivera, Chief DDEU, with assistance from personnel of Sub-Station 9 of Valenzuela City Police Station. The operation was conducted with proper PDEA coordination.
Seized during the operation were more or less 17 grams of suspected shabu with an estimated street value of ₱115,600.00. The recovered drug evidence was properly marked and documented by the arresting team at the scene.
The arrested suspect will be facing formal charges for Violation of Sections 5 and 11, Article II of Republic Act 9165 (Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002). The case will be referred to the Valenzuela City Prosecutor’s Office for inquest proceedings.
“This accomplishment underscores the effectiveness of NCRPO’s AAA Strategy—Able, Active, and Allied—a holistic approach to reducing crime and combating illegal drug activities. By enhancing skills, proactive operations, and building strong community partnerships, NCRPO ensures seamless efforts to prevent crime and promote safer neighborhoods across Metro Manila,” said Police Major General Anthony A Aberin, Regional Director of NCRPO.
Police Brigadier General Josefino D Ligan, District Director of the Northern Police District, lauded the swift and decisive action of the operating team. “The timely and successful apprehension of this high-value suspect reflects our unyielding commitment to eradicate illegal drugs in CAMANAVA. We will continue to intensify our efforts and protect our communities from the menace of drug abuse and trafficking,” PBGEN Ligan affirmed.
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