PHPhilippine police in the Calabarzon region conducted anti-narcotics operations between August 31 and September 6, 2026, resulting in the seizure of over P13.3 million worth of illegal drugs. The operation included 181 drug busts and the arrest of 228 suspects. Among the seized items were 1,922 grams of shabu (crystal methamphetamine), 1,973.97 grams of marijuana, and 61.72 grams of high-grade marijuana ('kush'), totaling an estimated value of P13,399,056. Notably, P8.16 million worth of shabu was seized from two suspects in Batangas City. During August, police arrested 1,156 suspects and confiscated drugs valued at P19.77 million, which was less than the P29.5 million seized in July.
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about law enforcement actions against narcotics trafficking without overt ideological slant. It reports on police operations, seizures, and arrests without commentary on the effectiveness of policies or the political implications of drug control efforts. The
