The Bureau of Customs (BOC) intercepted a shipment declared as a central heating boiler that turned out to contain methylenedioxymethamphetamine, commonly known as “ecstasy,” worth more than P1.161 million at the Port of Clark.
The illegal drugs arrived from Germany and were discovered after BOC personnel conducted an X-ray scanning K-9 sniff test.
Field testing by PDEA confirmed the presence of methylenedioxymethamphetamine, classified as a dangerous drug under R.A. No. 9165, as amended.
A Warrant of Seizure and Detention was issued for the shipment for violations of Section 118(g), Section 119(d), and Section 1113 paragraphs f, i, and l (3 and 4) of R.A. No. 10863, or the Customs Modernization and Tariff Act (CMTA), in relation to R.A. No. 9165.
“This latest successful interception underscores our determination to safeguard our borders and uphold the safety of our citizens,” said Commissioner Bienvenido Y. Rubio.
“We remain resolute in collaborating with partner agencies to detect and neutralize threats, such as Ecstasy, that jeopardize the well-being of our nation,” he added.
