ACORDA VOWS TO SUSTAIN ILLEGAL DRUGS CAMPAIGN; CITES 4-MONTH PNP DRIVE IN 2023

The Philippine National Police released on Wednesday its latest accomplishment in the flagship program against illegal drugs, noting over P5 billion worth of illegal drugs seized from January 1 to April 25, 2023.

The report showed the results of 15,589 anti-illegal drug operations conducted during the period that resulted in the arrest of 20,799 drug offenders, including those engaged in drug trafficking activities.

Furthermore, the PNP confiscated illegal drugs with an estimated street value totaling Php5,532,186,002.25 during these operations.

“This is a great accomplishment in our campaign against illegal drugs. We will continue to be aggressive in all our operations against big-time drug personalities,” said newly installed PNP Chief Police General Benjamin C Acorda Jr., adding that “all this shows the PNP’s strong commitment to slow down if not put an end to the illegal drug trade.”

“Under my leadership, I will assure the public that the PNP will remain steadfast in its commitment to protect the Filipino people and rid the country of the drug menace. We will continue to work tirelessly to ensure that our communities are safe and secure”, he added. 

The PNP’s efforts have been highly effective in ensuring that those involved in illegal drugs are brought to justice. The PNP is committed to continuing its efforts to eliminate the illegal drug trade and maintain peace and order in the country, he said. #  PR / PNP