ANGELES CITY – Mayor Carmelo “Pogi” Lazatin, Jr. extended his congratulations to the Angeles City Police Office (ACPO) headed by Chief of Police Col. Amado Mendoza for their successful anti-illegal drug operation that led to the arrest of a Korean national and the confiscation of suspected ketamine in a buy-bust operation.
The operation, carried out this morning of December 26, 2024, inside Octagon Bar on Don Juico Avenue, Brgy. Anunas, resulted in the arrest of Heetai Chai (a.k.a. Henry), a 30-year-old Korean national.
He was apprehended with more or less 30 grams of suspected ketamine, valued at approximately Php 150,000.
The operation also led to the recovery of marked bills and boodle money used during the transaction.
Lazatin, in response to the illegal activities happening in the establishment, directed the Business Permit and Licensing Division (BPLD) headed by Enrico Romero to immediately stop the operations of Octagon Bar.
This directive was carried out by Vice Mayor Vicenta ‘Vicky’ Vega-Cabigting, who acted on Lazatin’s behalf as the acting mayor.
“I commend the ACPO for their dedication and successful operation in ensuring the safety and well-being of our community. This is a clear reminder that we will not tolerate illegal activities in our city. Despite the holiday season, our work does not stop. We will continue to take swift action against any establishment or individual engaged in unlawful actions. Let us continue to keep Angeles City safe for everyone,” Lazatin said.
The arrested suspect and confiscated evidence were brought to Police Station 4 for proper disposition, and necessary documents are being prepared for the filing of appropriate charges.
ACPO continues to strengthen its efforts in maintaining peace and order, as emphasized by Police Station 4’s ongoing commitment to the safety of Angeles City residents.
It has been one of Mayor Lazatin’s priority programs to eliminate the menace of illegal drugs in the city.
