Joint operatives of the Bureau of Customs (BOC), the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA), and the Clark Inter-Agency Task Force Against Illegal Drugs intercepted a parcel containing ₱756,000 worth of high-grade marijuana at the Port of Clark.
The shipment, declared as “Women’s Woven Shirt,” originated from Canada and arrived in the last week of February 2026. It was bound for Dasmariñas City, Cavite.
Authorities said the parcel was flagged after PDEA provided derogatory information. It underwent X-ray scanning and K9 inspection, which prompted a full physical examination.
During inspection, operatives discovered six aluminum foil-wrapped packages containing six transparent plastic pouches filled with dried leaves and fruiting tops suspected to be high-grade marijuana, commonly known as “kush.” The substance weighed approximately 504 grams.
Laboratory analysis by PDEA confirmed the items to be marijuana, classified as a dangerous drug under Republic Act No. 9165.
The shipment was found in violation of Sections 118(g), 119(d), and 1113 paragraphs (f), (i), and (l)(3) and (4) of Republic Act No. 10863, in relation to RA 9165.
Since the start of 2026, Clark Port authorities have already intercepted more than ₱22 million worth of illegal drugs, bolstering efforts to secure the country’s borders against illicit trafficking.
Customs Commissioner Ariel F. Nepomuceno said the latest interdiction underscores the strong coordination and vigilance among enforcement agencies in preventing the entry of illegal drugs.
He added that sustained anti-drug operations remain aligned with the directive of Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to intensify border protection and strengthen the government’s campaign against narcotics.
District Collector Jairus S. Reyes emphasized that consistent monitoring and strict screening procedures at the Port of Clark serve as a deterrent to smuggling and help ensure the safety and security of the country’s supply chains.
The BOC said it will continue to strengthen intelligence gathering and enforcement measures to protect trade corridors and shield communities from the threat of illegal drugs.
