14/05/2026
EPDâs WEEKLONG ANTI-ILLEGAL DRUG CAMPAIGN YIELDS OVER 1 MILLION DRUG VALUE
Demonstrating an unwavering commitment to the national governmentâs campaign against illegal substances, the Eastern Police District (EPD) has successfully seized a substantial drug valued at PhP1,093,662.00 during a week-long series of intensified operations.
From May 4 to 10, 2026, the EPD, through the synchronized efforts of the District Headquarters and Drug Enforcement Units across the PaMaMariSan (Pasig, Marikina, Mandaluyong, and San Juan) City Police Stations, launched 48 round-the-clock operations. These operations resulted in the dismantling of local drug networks and the apprehension of 69 suspects for violations of Republic Act 9165, or the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002.
The successful operations highlight the districtâs operational readiness and its relentless pursuit of individuals and syndicates profiting from illicit substances. By modernizing its crime-prevention strategies, the EPD continues to ensure that the police force remains a visible pillar of safety and a source of reassurance for the law-abiding public.
The EPDâs recent achievements are rooted in the institutionalization of the âBagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdamanâ, ensuring that law enforcement actions are not only swift and effective but are also conducted with the highest degree of transparency and integrity.
Police Brigadier General Aden T Lagradante, District Director, EPD, commended the operating units for their dedication, stating âThis weekâs success is a powerful testament to the tireless efforts of our operating elements and the invaluable cooperation of the community. The EPD remains focused on a holistic approach to the drug problem, balancing intensified enforcement with proactive community engagement. We are duty-bound to uphold the vision of the Bagong PNP, a force that is swift in action, transparent in duty, and genuinely felt by the citizens we serve.â # # #
PBGEN Aden Tupas Lagradante