Over P110M worth of illegal drugs seized; Six drug personalities arrested in PRO CAR’S
week-long drug ops
The Police Regional Office Cordillera Administrative Region (PRO CAR) ended the month of October with a successful week-long anti-illegal drugs campaign, resulting in the seizure of PhP110,164,002.80 worth of illegal drugs and the arrest of six drug personalities in a series of operations conducted from October 26 to November 1, 2026.
According to reports, fourteen anti-illegal drug operations were conducted during the week-long campaign, which included seven marijuana eradication operations, five buy-bust operations, one search warrant operation, and one police response.
These operations resulted in the confiscation of 548,130 fully grown marijuana plants, 9,000 marijuana seedlings, 1,060 marijuana leaves and fruiting tops, and 7.47 grams of suspected shabu, with a combined total Standard Drug Price (SDP) of PhP110,164,002.80.
Additionally, six drug personalities are now facing charges for violating Republic Act No. 9165, otherwise known as the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002, following their arrest in the said operations. Of those arrested, one of whom was identified as a High Value Individual (HVI) and five others listed as Street Level Individuals (SLIs).
Among the said operations, the Kalinga Police Provincial Office (PPO) recorded the highest accomplishment, with confiscated illegal drugs valued at PhP108,800,680.00 and the arrest of one SLI. This was followed by the Benguet PPO, which eradicated marijuana plants worth PhP1,186,000.00.
Furthermore, the Baguio City Police Office seized illegal drugs worth PhP172,896.00 and arrested three SLIs, while the Ifugao PPO confiscated suspected shabu with an SDP of PhP2,244.00. Also, the Apayao PPO seized suspected shabu with an SDP of PhP2,183.00 and apprehended one HVI and one SLI.
These accomplishments reflect the sustained efforts of PRO CAR and its operating units to stop illegal drug activities through intensified law enforcement operations and the continued pursuit of individuals involved in the illegal drug trade.
In his message, the Regional Director, PBGEN NOEL B VALLO, commended the operatives and assured the public that PRO CAR will continue to work closely with partner agencies, local government units, and communities in strengthening the campaign against illegal drugs and promoting safer, drug-free communities throughout the Cordillera region.
PROCAR nabs 28 wanted persons, including 6 top most wanted; 54 municipalities record zero crime incidents
The Police Regional Office Cordillera Administrative Region (PRO CAR) arrested 28 wanted persons, including six listed as Top Most Wanted Persons (TMWPs), during weeklong manhunt operations, while 54 municipalities across the region recorded zero crime incidents from October 25 to 31, 2026.
Among the notable accomplishments was the arrest of six Top Most Wanted Persons (TMWPs), including one ranked No. 3 at the Provincial Level for Violation of RA 9165. The five other TMWPs were listed at the Municipal Level: No. 1 of Buguias Municipal Police Station (MPS) for Statutory Rape; No. 1 of Mankayan MPS for seven (7) counts of Violation of RA 9262; No. 2 of Mankayan MPS for two (2) counts of Violation of RA 7610; and Nos. 2 and 3 of Lamut MPS, both facing charges of Attempted Murder.
The Benguet Police Provincial Office (PPO) recorded the highest number of arrests, with 14 wanted persons apprehended, followed by Baguio City Police Office (CPO) the with 13 arrests; Abra PPO with three arrests; Ifugao PPO with two arrests; and Kalinga and Mountain Province PPO with one arrest each.
PRO CAR likewise maintained heightened police visibility and sustained community engagement across the region, contributing to zero crime incidents recorded in 54 municipalities: 25 in Abra, nine in Mountain Province, eight in Ifugao, seven in Benguet, four in Apayao, and one in Kalinga. Meanwhile, Police Station 2 and 6 of the Baguio CPO also recorded zero crime incidents during the period.
During the same period, PRO CAR recorded a Crime Clearance Efficiency of 85.14% and a Crime Solution Efficiency of 74.32%, reflecting the continued efforts of police units to investigate reported cases, identify offenders, and bring them to justice.
These accomplishments reflect PRO CAR’s sustained operational effectiveness and unwavering commitment to upholding the law, enhancing investigative capabilities, and strengthening collaboration with local government units and communities.**
