MANILA, Philippines — Thirty-five people were apprehended in Metro Manila during anti-narcotics operations conducted by the National Capital Region Police Office over the weekend.
In a report, the NCRPO said the arrests resulted from 22 drug stings implemented in the region from July 6 to 7.
Police data showed that over 194 grams of methamphetamine hydrochloride or shabu and two grams of Kush valued at around P1.3 million were confiscated from the suspects.
NCRPO chief Maj. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. said the operations aim to dismantle drug-related activities in Metro Manila.