[Updated 5:26 p.m.] A businessman was arrested after he was caught selling suspected shabu in Purok Bagong Buhay, Barangay Bancao-Bancao, Puerto Princesa City, Palawan, at 5:36 p.m. yesterday, August 20.
The man was identified only as Jay-R, 36. Authorities reportedly purchased a sachet of the suspected shabu from him in exchange for ₱1,000.
He is now facing charges for violating Section 5, Article II of Republic Act 9165, also known as the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act.
Section 5 of the Act targets the sale, trading, and distribution of illegal drugs. Violations can result in life imprisonment and fines ranging from ₱500,000 to ₱10 million.
Those charged under this section face severe penalties, including non-bailable offenses, as it focuses on dismantling drug networks involved in the distribution of dangerous drugs like shabu.
