Alleged drug pusher from Iloilo nabbed in Pasay

MANILA, Philippines—An alleged notorious drug pusher from Iloilo was arrested over the weekend in Pasay City, Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) Police Director Samuel Pagdilao Jr. said Wednesday.

Dexter Pesasico was arrested while manning his stall at the fish section of the Pasay Public Market located at Libertad St cor. Taft Ave in Pasay City by CIDG Anti-Organized Crime Division (AOCD), Pagdilao said. He has been hiding since 2007.

Pesasico was charged for possession and trading of illegal drugs, Pagdilao said.