Authorities arrest drug personality in Tandag
TANDAG CITY, Surigao del Sur -- A high-value target (HVT) on illegal drugs was
successfully arrested in Brgy. Telaje, Tandag City, Surigao del Sur on November
14, 2023, through the joint intense operation between Tandag City Police
Station (CPS) and the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency - Surigao del Sur Provincial
Office (PDEA - SDSPO).
Dindo
Abellanosa, PDEA-13 information officer, said, “The authorities conducted an
operation against a drug personality identified as Michel Cuanan Tajonera,
through Search Warrant No. 2023-71 dated November 9, 2023.”
Based on
the report, upon apprehension, a meticulous search led to the confiscation of
crucial items linked to a suspected drug trade, to wit:
1.
nine heat-sealed transparent plastic sachets containing a white
crystalline substance suspected to be shabu;
2.
one matchbox commando containing the aforementioned sachets;
3.
assorted lighters - a blue lighter without a head, a dark blue lighter
with a head, and a yellow lighter without a head - were found in various
pockets and locations within the suspect's vicinity; and
4. one Realme 13 cellular phone discovered in the suspect's possession.
The
estimated total weight of the confiscated shabu was approximately 5 grams worth
P34,000, a substantial amount indicative of distribution and trafficking
activities.
The
report added that Tajonera will face charges under Sections 11 and 12, Article
II of Republic Act 9165, which pertained to illegal drug possession and
trafficking.
Meanwhile, Abellanosa noted that the operation stood as a testament to the unwavering commitment of the law enforcement agencies to combat the drug menace in the region, and ensuring the safety and well-being of the communities. (NGPB/PIA-Surigao del Sur)
