Seven of 100 drivers tested positive in the initial results of random drug testing conducted at Bacolod North Bus Terminal in Barangay Bata, Bacolod City, on Oct. 30.
The testing was carried out by the Land Transportation Office-Negros Island Region, in coordination with the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency and the Philippine National Police, as part of Oplan Harabas-Undas 2026. PDEA and PNP personnel joined LTO-NIR officers during the screening at the terminal.
The operation aimed to help ensure drivers were safe and free from the influence of illegal drugs during the Undas period.
Of the 100 drivers screened, four tricycle drivers, one taxi driver and two truck drivers tested positive in the initial screening.
The LTO-NIR said the seven drivers will undergo confirmatory testing to verify the preliminary results. The initial findings do not establish a confirmed positive result, as further testing is still required.
The agency continues to work with concerned government offices to promote responsible driving and ensure the safety of motorists and passengers.
The random testing was conducted at the Bacolod North Bus Terminal on Oct. 30 as part of the agencies’ preparations for Undas 2026.
Authorities have yet to release the results of the confirmatory tests.
