CEBU CITY, Philippines – The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency in Central Visayas (PDEA-7) is implementing a heightened monitoring against the proliferation of illegal drugs, particularly shabu and ecstasy, as a preparation for the Christmas season and Sinulog Festival in January 2024. According to Leia Alcantara, the PDEA-7 spokesperson, they wanted to prevent an increase in illegal drug activities during festive celebrations. Based on experience, Alcantara said the demand for illegal drugs increase during the holiday season as people receive their bonuses. “Gina-anticipate gyud ni nato nga basin naay increase gamay in the demand of dangerous drugs especially Pasko na, moabot ang mga bonus, naa juy kwarta ang mga tawo. Naay daghang opportunities to earn money ba,” Alcantara said. “So heightened…
