On September 12, the Bureau of Customs-Ninoy Aquino International Airport (BOC-NAIA) successfully intercepted parcels containing illegal drugs at the Central Mail Exchange Center (CMEC) in Pasay City.
The operation was a collaboration with the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) and the NAIA Inter-Agency Drug Interdiction Task Group (NAIA-IADITG).
Among the confiscated parcels were four packages containing a total of 4,877 grams of kush (high-grade marijuana), with an estimated street value of PHP 6,839,560.
Additionally, seven vape cartridges filled with cannabis oil were found, valued at approximately PHP 11,760.
Confiscated drugs are now in the custody of the PDEA, and the consignees will be investigated further and face charges under Republic Act No. 9165 or the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002 and Republic Act No. 10863 or the Customs Modernization and Tariff Act.
BOC Commissioner Bienvenido Y. Rubio reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to safeguarding the country from illegal substances.
"Our resolve to prevent the entry of illegal drugs into the Philippines is stronger than ever. This operation highlights our unwavering commitment to safeguarding our communities," Rubio mentioned.
