In line with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s directive to strengthen border protection and intensify the government’s anti-drug campaign, the Bureau of Customs – Ninoy Aquino International Airport (BOC-NAIA), in coordination with the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) and the NAIA Inter-Agency Drug Interdiction Task Group (NAIA-IADITG), intercepted an inbound parcel containing illegal drugs with a total estimated street value of ₱480,400.00 in Pasay City.
The parcel, declared as accessories and candies, was subjected to physical examination after exhibiting suspicious indicators. Inspection revealed approximately 320 grams of dried marijuana (kush) with an estimated street value of ₱480,000.00, as well as eight (8) vape cartridges containing cannabis oil valued at ₱400.
BOC Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno commended the vigilance of BOC-NAIA personnel.
“This interception underscores the Bureau’s continued efforts to detect and prevent the entry of illegal drugs through postal and courier channels.”
“This interception underscores the Bureau’s continued efforts to detect and prevent the entry of illegal drugs through postal and courier channels. We remain firm in safeguarding our borders and protecting the public,” Nepomuceno said.
The seized items and the claimant were turned over to the PDEA for proper disposition and inquest proceedings for violation of Republic Act No. 9165 (Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002, as amended) and Republic Act No. 10863 (Customs Modernization and Tariff Act).
“BOC-NAIA continues to ensure that mail facilities are not exploited for illegal drug activities.”
District Collector Atty. Yasmin Mapa likewise emphasized, “Through strengthened inspection measures and close coordination with partner agencies, BOC-NAIA continues to ensure that mail facilities are not exploited for illegal drug activities.”
This operation reinforces the Bureau’s unwavering commitment to enforce customs and anti-drug laws in support of the national government’s campaign to protect public safety.
