PHThe Police Regional Office 8 (PRO-8) in Eastern Visayas conducted extensive law enforcement operations in June 2026, resulting in the arrest of 1,337 individuals and the seizure of contraband valued at P20.7 million. These operations targeted various offenses, including illegal drug trafficking, insurgency, smuggling, environmental violations, and illegal gambling. Over 1,645 grams of shabu and 8.29 grams of marijuana were seized during anti-drug campaigns, while 18 members of the New People’s Army (NPA) surrendered. Anti-smuggling efforts led to the confiscation of smuggled cigarettes and petroleum products, and environmental operations focused on illegal fishing and logging. Firearms and explosives were also confiscated during specialized operations.
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