Makilala police seize 8kg of suspected marijuana

Authorities in Makilala, Cotabato, conducted a buy-bust operation on September 16, 2026, resulting in the seizure of approximately 8 kilograms of suspected marijuana. The drugs, valued at roughly ₱960,000, included dried leaves, stalks, seeds, buds, and two containers of marijuana liquid juice.

Two individuals were arrested during the operation: a 19-year-old male identified as Prince Calid Cayad and a 16-year-old male student. Police also recovered a Yamaha Sniper 125 motorcycle and other items connected to the incident. The operation was a coordinated effort involving the Makilala Municipal Police Station, the Cotabato Provincial Police Office, and the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA).