By Dominic G Acapulco
Journalist

Camp Hon Vicente L. Pimentel, Sr., Tandag City

On May 2, 2025, at approximately 9:14 PM, personnel from the Surigao del Sur Provincial Drug Enforcement Unit (SDS PDEU), in coordination with Bislig City Police Station (CCPS) and the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA-SDS), successfully carried out a buy-bust operation targeting illegal drug activities in Purok 3, Central District, Barangay Mangagoy, Bislig City, Surigao del Sur.

PCOL HARRY B DOMINGO, Provincial Director, identified the arrested suspect as:

• A.k.a, “Eman”, male, married, 49 years old, resident of Purok 3, Central District, Barangay Mangagoy, Bislig City, Surigao del Sur, newly identified pusher listed as Street-Level Individual (SLI).
• A.k.a, “Tony”, male, married, 31 years old, ex-PNP member (AWOL), resident of Purok 5, John Bosco, Barangay Mangagoy, Bislig City, Surigao del Sur, newly identified pusher listed as High-Value Individual (HVI).
• A.k.a, “Leng”, female, single, 28 years old, businesswoman, resident of Purok 4, Central District, Barangay Mangagoy, Bislig City, Surigao del Sur, newly identified pusher listed as Street-Level Individual (SLI).
  Upon arrest, the suspects were informed of their rights under the Miranda doctrine and Anti-Torture Warning.

Confiscated Items
Authorities also seized the following items during the operation:

• 40 grams of suspected shabu (estimated street value: Php 272,000.00)
• Buy-bust money (Php 1,000.00)
• Digital weighing scale
• Assorted drug paraphernalia (including aluminum foils, tooters, lighters, plastic sachets, and containers)
• Mobile phone and personal items
  The inventory and documentation of the confiscated items were conducted in the presence of the Barangay Kagawad of Barangay Mangagoy, Bislig City, and a media representative.

“The successful arrest of these individuals and the seizure of 40 grams of shabu highlight the continued efforts of our law enforcement agencies in the fight against illegal drugs. This operation is a strong testament to our unwavering commitment to dismantling drug networks and ensuring a drug-free community in Surigao del Sur.
I commend the officers and operatives’ professionalism and dedication to enforcing the law. We urge the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities. Together, we will build a safer and more secure environment for all.”, PCOL DOMINGO said.