The Bureau of Customs-Ninoy Aquino International Airport (BOC-NAIA), in close collaboration with the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) and the NAIA Inter-Agency Drug Interdiction Task Group (NAIA-IADITG), successfully intercepted parcels containing illegal drugs at the Central Mail Exchange Center (CMEC) in Pasay City on September 12, 2024.

A thorough physical examination of the seized parcels revealed a total of 4,877 grams of kush (high-grade marijuana) from four parcels, with a total estimated street value of PhP 6,839,560 and seven vape cartridges containing cannabis oil with an estimated street value of PhP 11,760.

All confiscated drugs are now in the custody of PDEA, and the consignees will be subjected to further investigation and filing of charges under Republic Act No. 9165 (Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002) and Republic Act No. 10863 (Customs Modernization and Tariff Act).

BOC Commissioner Bienvenido Y. Rubio reiterated the agency’s dedication to protecting the country from illegal substances, stating, “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.”

Under the guidance of District Collector Atty. Yasmin O. Mapa, BOC-NAIA continues to strengthen its efforts in securing the nation’s borders and combating illegal drug trafficking. #

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