NATIONAL Capital Region Police Office director Major General Anthony Aberin on Monday said they have arrested 3,683 illegal drug personalities and confiscated over P145 million worth of shabu and other prohibited substances in Metro Manila from January 1 to April 4.

The official said that between January 1 and April 4, NCRPO operatives conducted a total of 2,386 anti-drug operations which led to the seizure of an estimated P145,875,862.80 worth of illegal drugs and the apprehension of 3,683 individuals linked to the drug trade.

The recovered pieces of drug evidence include some 21.28 kilograms of shabu valued at P114,658,100.00; nearly 8 kilograms of dried marijuana leaves worth at least P55.323 million; 17.30 grams of cocaine with an estimated value of P91,690.00; and 112.50 grams of Kush,a high-grade marijuana derivative with an estimated value of P168,750.00.

“These figures highlight the NCRPO’s unwavering dedication to dismantling drug networks and protecting communities from the harmful effects of illegal drugs,” Maj. Gen. Aberin said.

The official also emphasized the commitment of the entire NCRPO to maintaining a safe and secure environment for the residents of Metro Manila as he reiterated the force’s resolve to aggressively pursue all forms of criminal activity, with a particular focus on eradicating drug-related offenses.

This is a long and challenging but with the community behind us, victory will be ours,” the official said.