VALENZUELA CITY — Police arrested a Chinese national and seized more than ₱5 million worth of suspected smuggled motorcycle parts during an operation in Barangay Malinta, Valenzuela City.

Operatives of the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) Eastern District Field Unit conducted the operation at 1174 Marcos Street in coordination with representatives of the concerned establishment.

Authorities confiscated various motorcycle parts and accessories, including brake pump cables, suspensions, gas cylinders, hoses and handle grips, with an estimated market value of ₱5,020,500. Buy-bust money was also recovered.

The arrested individual and confiscated items are currently under the custody of the CIDG Eastern District Field Unit for documentation and the filing of appropriate charges.

Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief Police Gen. Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. said the operation was part of the police force’s efforts to curb illegal trade and protect legitimate businesses and consumers.

The PNP said it would continue conducting intelligence-driven operations in coordination with other law enforcement agencies to prevent the entry and distribution of illegally traded goods.