Four individuals were arrested after operatives of the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency Regional Office 11 and local police dismantled an alleged drug den in Barangay Aplaya, Digos City, Davao del Sur on Oct. 27, 2026.
The buy-bust operation was conducted at about 4:45 p.m. by the PDEA Davao del Sur Provincial Office in coordination with the Davao del Sur Police Provincial Office and the Digos City Police Station.
Authorities identified the alleged drug den maintainer as alias “Gaw,” 29, who reportedly sold about one gram of suspected shabu, valued at ₱7,000, to a PDEA poseur-buyer.
Also arrested were alias “Along,” identified as an employee of the alleged drug den, and aliases “Nin” and “Dagul,” identified as visitors.
Operatives seized five sachets containing approximately 20 grams of suspected shabu, with an estimated street value of ₱136,000. Assorted drug paraphernalia and marked buy-bust money were also recovered during the operation.
The four arrested individuals will face appropriate charges for alleged violations of Republic Act 9165, or the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002, as amended.
PDEA Region 11 Regional Director Atty. Benjamin Gaspi emphasized the importance of sustained anti-drug operations and coordination among law enforcement agencies in addressing illegal drug activities.
Gaspi said dismantling drug dens is a crucial step toward preventing the spread of illegal drugs and protecting communities from the harmful effects of drug abuse.
He also urged the public to remain vigilant and cooperate with authorities in efforts to promote safer communities and a drug-free Davao Region.
