2 arrested in Balibago, Angeles in drug sting operation —…

2 arrested in Balibago, Angeles in drug sting operation — ecstasy and other drugs worth ₱104,940

📌 At around 5:40 p.m. on Saturday, October 17, two suspects were arrested in a police buy-bust operation on Batangas Street at Mt. View in Barangay Balibago, Angeles City. According to the Angeles City Police Office (ACPO), the two were drug suspects classified by police as High Value Individuals (HVI). Police seized suspected drugs including 60 suspected ecstasy tablets, with an estimated street value of ₱104,940.

■ Incident details
· The Angeles City Police Office Anti-Illegal Drugs Unit (CPDEU), together with other operational units, conducted the buy-bust operation and apprehended the two suspects. The operation was carried out under the command of Police Chief Robert C. Domingo.
· The items seized by police included four plastic bags containing about 12 grams of suspected dried marijuana (₱1,440), one small glass container with about 1 gram of suspected high-grade marijuana known as "Kush" (₱1,500), and 60 suspected ecstasy tablets (₱102,000).
· All amounts are estimates based on the police Standard Drug Price (SDP).

■ Investigation and current status
· The suspects, the seized drugs, other evidence, and the marked money used in the operation have been taken to the Anti-Illegal Drugs Unit office, where the investigation is ongoing.
· Police said the suspects may be charged with violating the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act (Republic Act No. 9165). These charges are at the police announcement stage and have not been confirmed by a court.
· The police announcement did not disclose the suspects' nationalities or ages.

■ Notes for residents and travelers
· In entertainment areas such as Balibago, it is safest never to accept drugs or pills offered or sold by strangers.
· The Philippines imposes severe penalties for possessing or selling drugs, and foreigners are subject to the same laws. Also avoid holding bags or items for others.

■ Source
Angeles City Police Office (official Facebook page, 10/17)

■ Photo
· Angeles City Police Office arrest announcement graphic (suspects' faces obscured) — Angeles City Police Office (official Facebook page)