03/09/2026
OFFICIAL STATEMENT
Tandag Component City Police Station
The Tandag Component City Police Station is aware of a social media post alleging the presence of an illegal drug-related activity, particularly the purported sale of illegal drugs, in the vicinity of Purok Rising Sun, Barangay Bag-ong Lungsod, Tandag City.
The Station takes this report seriously, considering the potential threat that illegal drug activities may pose to the safety and well-being of residents, particularly children and other members of the community.
The information contained in the social media post is being treated as information requiring verification. The Tandag CCPS shall undertake appropriate validation and police action in accordance with existing laws, rules, regulations, and standard operating procedures. Any necessary law enforcement intervention shall be based on verified information and appropriate evidence.
The public is encouraged to report suspected illegal drug activities directly to the police through proper channels and to provide accurate and verifiable information that may assist law enforcement authorities.
The public is likewise strongly advised not to confront, approach, or take action against suspected individuals on their own, as doing so may place them at risk and could compromise legitimate police operations.
All police actions shall be undertaken pursuant to Republic Act No. 9165, otherwise known as the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002, and other applicable laws, rules, and regulations. Information involving individuals shall likewise be handled in accordance with applicable laws on privacy, confidentiality, and due process.
The Tandag Component City Police Station, under the leadership of PLTCOL JUNYD D MAROHOM, Acting Chief of Police, remains committed to preventing and addressing illegal activities, maintaining peace and order, and ensuring the safety and security of the people of Tandag City.
For legitimate concerns or information regarding suspected illegal drug activities, the public may coordinate directly with the Tandag Component City Police Station through proper and official channels.