The Philippine National Police (PNP), through the PNP Drug Enforcement Group (PDEG) and the Taguig City Police Station, arrested two policemen and multiple civilians during a buy-bust operation in Taguig City on Saturday afternoon.
The operation was conducted late afternoon on March 7 in front of Landers, Arca South, Taguig City, where authorities apprehended two members of the Taguig City Police Station along with several civilian suspects.
The operation led to the recovery of around 100 grams of suspected shabu with an estimated value of ₱680,000, along with PNP-issued firearms, cellular phones, and identification cards.
The local government deplored the involvement of policemen, reiterating that it maintains zero tolerance for illegal drugs and any form of misconduct in law enforcement. Vince Lopez
Mayor Lani Cayetano said the incident reinforces the importance of efforts to keep law enforcement institutions accountable and trustworthy, noting that she has long urged authorities to ensure that the police force remains disciplined and free from illegal activities:
“Illegal drugs have no place in Taguig. Those who are sworn to enforce the law must be held to the highest standards,” shesaid.
She also expressed her full support for the ongoing efforts of entire police service to cleanse their ranks and take decisive action against erring personnel:
“We commend the Philippine National Police for taking strong action. Efforts to cleanse the ranks are essential to maintaining the public’s trust. Peace and order remain the foundation of a Transformative, Lively, and Caring City. The people of Taguig deserve law enforcers who uphold integrity, professionalism, and the rule of law,” she said.
Editor’s Note: This is an updated article. Originally posted with the headline: “PNP arrests two Taguig cops in buy-bust operation”
