ORMOC CITY-A man recently included in the drug watchlist of the local police voluntarily surrendered to authorities on July 7, in Barangay Poblacion, Kawayan, Biliran.
The Kawayan Municipal Police Station identified the surrenderee as alias “Nilo,” 35, a married laborer and resident of Brgy. Mapuyo.
According to the police, “Nilo” turned himself in at around 2:30 p.m. following a visit by intelligence operatives under “Oplan Tokhang”, a strategy aimed at encouraging drug personalities to abandon their illegal activities and seek rehabilitation.
During his surrender, the individual executed an affidavit of undertaking, declaring his commitment to cease involvement in any form of illegal drug use or trade. He also expressed willingness to cooperate with law enforcement authorities in the fight against illegal drugs in the municipality.
The surrenderee underwent standard police procedures, including an interview, booking, and mugshot documentation.
Police officials said the surrender is part of their intensified anti-drug campaign and community engagement to encourage reform and reduce drug-related activities in the province.
(ROBERT DEJON)
