Western Naval Command

LOOK | Navy Vessel Recovers Suspected Illegal Drugs Floating Near Sabina Shoal

PUERTO PRINCESA CITY, Palawan (October 20, 2025) — The Western Naval Command (WNC), through the BRP Lolinato To-Ong (PG-902) and the MCAAU–W, successfully recovered suspected illegal drugs floating in the waters near Sabina Shoal, West Philippine Sea.

At around 6pm of October 17, 2025, MCAAU–W received information regarding a floating black bag containing unidentified packages believed to be high-grade ma*****na in the vicinity of Sabina Shoal.

Upon receipt of the report, MCAAU–W immediately coordinated with WNC for verification and prompt action. In response, BRP Lolinato To-Ong (PG-902), which was conducting maritime and sovereignty patrols in the area, was directed to locate and retrieve the said items.

At around 0640H of October 18, 2025, PG-902, together with MCAAU–W personnel, successfully recovered the suspicious packages.

Following established protocols, the recovered items were formally turned over by PG-902, together with personnel from the Provincial Intelligence Unit (PIU) of the Palawan Police Provincial Office (PPO), to the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA)–Palawan at 2Lt Lagare Pier, Tidepole, Puerto Princesa City on October 20, 2025 for evaluation and proper disposition.

Western Naval Command continues to support inter-agency efforts in combating illegal drug trafficking and ensuring that the West Philippine Sea remains safe, secure, and free from unlawful activities.

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