CLARK – A parcel declared as “Women’s Woven Shirt” was intercepted by joint elements of the Bureau of Customs (BOC), the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA), and the Clark Inter-Agency Task Force Against Illegal Drugs (CRK-IATFAID), leading to the discovery of 504 grams of high-grade marijuana, commonly known as “kush,” valued at ₱756,000.
The shipment from Canada, which arrived in the last week of February 2026 and was bound for Dasmariñas City, Cavite, was flagged based on derogatory information provided by PDEA. X-ray scanning and K9 inspection were subsequently conducted, leading to a full physical examination of the parcel.
During inspection, authorities discovered six (6) aluminum foil- wrapped packages containing six (6) transparent plastic pouches filled with dried leaves and fruiting tops suspected to be high-grade marijuana, weighing approximately 504 grams. PDEA’s chemical analysis later confirmed the substance to be marijuana, classified as a dangerous drug under Republic Act No. 9165, as amended.
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, or the Customs Modernization and Tariff Act (CMTA), in relation to RA 9165.
Since early 2026, Clark Port operations have already prevented the entry of over ₱22 million worth of narcotics, safeguarding the nation’s borders from illicit trafficking networks.
Customs Commissioner Ariel F. Nepomuceno said that the interdiction is a testament to the strong coordination and vigilance of the BOC and its enforcement partners in preventing the entry of illegal drugs through the country’s borders. He emphasized that sustained anti-drug operations remain aligned with the firm 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 rigorous screening at the Port of Clark serve as a strong deterrent to smuggling, ensuring the continued safety and security of the nation’s supply chains.
Building on early enforcement achievements this year, the BOC will continue to step up its intelligence and enforcement measures to safeguard trade corridors and shield communities from illegal drugs.
