15/08/2026
𝐏𝐃𝐄𝐀, 𝐋𝐀𝐖 𝐄𝐍𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐂𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐍𝐄𝐑𝐒 𝐍𝐄𝐓 ₱𝟑𝟗.𝟖𝟏 𝐌𝐈𝐋𝐋𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐇 𝐎𝐅 𝐃𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐄𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐒 𝐃𝐑𝐔𝐆𝐒 𝐈𝐍 𝐖𝐄𝐄𝐊-𝐋𝐎𝐍𝐆 𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐖𝐈𝐃𝐄 𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒
The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA), in coordination with the Philippine National Police (PNP) and other partner law enforcement agencies, sustained its nationwide campaign against illegal drugs, resulting in the seizure of ₱39.81 million worth of dangerous drugs in operations conducted from August 6 to 13, 2026.
During the period, PDEA and its partner agencies conducted a total of 85 anti-illegal drug operations, including buy-bust operations, search and seizure activities, ma*****na eradication operations, service of a search warrant, and the turnover of suspected illegal drugs. These operations resulted in the arrest of 135 drug personalities, comprising 68 pushers, 35 drug den visitors/clients, 13 drug den maintainers/owners, 5 drug den employees, and 14 drug possessors.
The operations resulted in the confiscation of:
o 3,069.78 grams of methamphetamine hydrochloride, or shabu;
o 352.13 grams of dried ma*****na leaves;
o 39,000 pieces of ma*****na plants; and
o 4,435.50 ml of ma*****na oil
Among the significant accomplishments during the week were major drug seizures in several parts of the country. These included the arrest of six suspects in three separate operations and the confiscation of a total of 647.57 grams of shabu in Cebu City; one suspect with 600 grams of shabu in Mandaue City, Cebu; one suspect with 510.60 grams of shabu in City of San Jose del Monte, Bulacan; and one suspect with 270 grams of shabu in Bongao, Tawi-Tawi.
PDEA also continued its efforts to disrupt ma*****na cultivation in the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR). Joint ma*****na eradication operations conducted in Kalinga resulted in the destruction of 39,000 fully grown ma*****na plants, demonstrating the continued commitment of PDEA and its partner agencies to suppress the cultivation and production of locally grown ma*****na.
PDEA Director General Undersecretary Isagani R. Nerez recognized the dedication of PDEA operating units and partner law enforcement agencies whose coordinated efforts continue to strengthen the government’s response against illegal drugs. DG Nerez emphasized the importance of strong inter-agency coordination and community support in disrupting drug networks and preventing illegal drugs from reaching communities.
PDEA also paid tribute to Agent Enfernie Jim Dayag, who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty during an anti-illegal drug operation in Bongao, Tawi-Tawi, on August 9, 2026. The Agency honors his courage and service and extends its deepest condolences to his family, loved ones, and colleagues. His sacrifice will not be forgotten.
PDEA calls on the public to remain vigilant and report suspected illegal drug activities by providing information through the PDEA Hotlines at 0995-354-7020 and 0931-027-8212, as well as through its social media channels, including the PDEA page, “Isumbong Mo sa PDEA”.
“We will continue to strengthen our partnerships and pursue those who threaten the safety of our communities. With the continued support of our people, we can build safer communities and move closer to a drug-free Bagong Pilipinas,” DG Nerez stated.
