Camp BGen Efigenio C. Navarro, Calapan City, Oriental Mindoro – The Police Regional Office MIMAROPA (PRO MIMAROPA), led by Brig.Gen. Roger Quesada, continues its intensified anti-illegal drug campaign, arresting 35 drug suspects and confiscating 146.98 grams of shabu worth nearly P1 million in the first 29 days of 2025.
According to data from the PNP Drug-Related Data Integration and Generation System (DRDIGS) of the Regional Operations Division, PRO MIMAROPA conducted 31 successful anti-drug operations from January 1 to 29, 2025.
The latest arrests are part of ntensified anti-drug strategy, launched upon assuming office in December 2023, which led to a significant increase in enforcement effort.
In 2024, PRO MIMAROPA conducted 402 operations, resulting in 475 arrests and the confiscation of 15,391.57 grams of illegal drugs worth PhP101.6 million, compared to 339 operations, 388 arrests, and 3,041.86 grams of illegal drugs worth PhP8.57 million in 2023.
“These accomplishments reflect the tireless dedication of our operatives and our strong partnerships with various PNP units in keeping our communities safe,” said Quesada.
One of the most recent operations resulted in the apprehension of alias “Volter,” a 56-year-old suspected street-level drug dealer, in Purok Pagkakaisa 2, Brgy. Panacan 1, Narra, Palawan, on January 29, 2025.
In a joint operation conducted by the Narra Municipal Police Station and the Palawan PPO Drug Enforcement Unit, authorities seized 7.73 grams of suspected shabu worth PhP35,000, along with buy-bust money and drug paraphernalia.
Undercover officers posed as buyers during the operation, purchasing a sachet of shabu worth PhP1,000 from the suspect before making the arrest.
“Volter” is now in police custody and faces charges for violating Republic Act 9165, also known as the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002.
Quesada commended the dedication of law enforcement personnel and reaffirmed PRO MIMAROPA’s commitment to its intensified anti-drug campaign.
“Our success in these operations is a testament to the dedication and bravery of our personnel. We recognize their relentless efforts and assure them of PRO MIMAROPA’s full support in the fight against illegal drugs.”
The MIMAROPA top cop assured the public that PRO MIMAROPA remains committed to enhancing operational strategies, expanding intelligence-driven operations, and strengthening collaborations with various agencies.
“We are continuously refining our enforcement strategies, increasing community engagement, and utilizing advanced technology to strengthen our anti-drug operations.
We will not stop. Our campaign against illegal drugs will continue, and we will remain relentless in our pursuit of a safer MIMAROPA,” Quesada added.
