CAMP MAJ.BADO DANGWA,Benguet — The Police Regional Office Cordillera Administrative Region (PRO-CAR) made a significant impact on its anti-illegal drugs campaign following the seizure of P130,040,403.00 worth of illegal drugs and the arrest of 25 drug personalities during the month long drug ops from October 1 to October 30, 2024.

According to reports from the Regional Operations Division, 102 operations were conducted, which included 78 marijuana eradication efforts, 12 buy-bust operations, six implementations of search warrants, three services of warrants of arrest, and three police responses.

These efforts led to the confiscation of 107.41 grams of shabu, 470,353 pieces of Fully Grown Marijuana Plants, 27,402 pieces of marijuana seedlings, 5.00 grams of marijuana seeds, 274,525.50 grams of dried marijuana leaves and fruiting tops; 10,000 grams of dried marijuana stalks, and 3.00 ml of marijuana oil, with a total Standard Drug Price of P130,040,403.00.

Additionally, 25 drug personalities were arrested, with 15 identified as High Value Individuals and 10 identified as Street Level Individuals.

The most significant operations occurred in Kalinga, where the Lumin-awa Cops of Kalinga Police Provincial Office (PPO) confiscated illegal drugs worth PhP59,057,110.00, and in Mountain Province, where the Inayan Cops of Mountain Province PPO seized illegal drugs valued at PhP45,098,005.00.

Moreover, in Benguet, the Cabalyero Cops of Benguet PPO also had substantial success with the seizure of PhP25,296.048 worth of illegal drugs, and in Baguio City, the Napino Cops of Baguio City Police Office confiscated a total of PhP553,036.00 worth of illegal drugs.

These achievements underscore the unwavering commitment of PRO-CAR in combating illegal drugs and ensuring community safety. Beyond law enforcement, PRO-CAR actively engages in community education programs and collaborates with local organizations to provide essential support services.

By integrating enforcement with prevention and support initiatives, PRO-CAR aims to foster a drug-free and secure environment across the Cordillera Administrative Region.