Police in Talisay City confiscated over P1 million worth of illegal drugs during a buy-bust operation Monday night, June 29, 2026, in Purok Pugapo, Barangay San Roque. One suspect was arrested while another escaped.
Arrested suspect and confiscated drugs
The arrested suspect, identified as alias “John,” 32, is a driver from Don Pedro Rodriguez, Bogo City, but currently residing in Sitio Kilawin, Barangay Tangke, Talisay City. His alleged cohort, alias “Julle Ann,” 38, a fish vendor from Macopa Street, Sitio Laray, Barangay San Roque, managed to flee during the operation.
Confiscated by the City Drug Enforcement Unit of the Talisay City Police Station, led by Chief Police Lieutenant Colonel Homobuno Sayon, were shabu weighing 150.15 grams with a standard drug price of P1,021,020.
Operation details
The Talisay City Police Station earlier received intelligence information regarding the alleged drug activities of the two high-value individuals. This prompted validation and Target Intelligence Packet operations, leading to the buy-bust. However, the female suspect noticed she was transacting with police officers and escaped, leaving alias “John” behind.
Legal proceedings
The confiscated evidence has been turned over to the PNP Forensic Unit for chemical analysis. Charges for violations of Sections 5 and 11, Article II of Republic Act 9165 are being prepared against the suspects, according to the police report.
