I passed by the Fort Strip last Wednesday night, and was surprised to see PDEA personnel and K-9 drug-sniffing entering the Embassy Super Club. I had the chance to interview some of the operatives. Apparently, when I asked one of the agents he said they were merely inspecting the establishment. The agent also added that their K-9 units are very capable of “sniffing” drugs no matter how concealed.The agents are serious about the "rising "drug problem in the Makati Bar scene.
In a separate interview PDEA Director Dionisio Santiago said that Ecstacy remains the top selling narcotic in such bars, where they are usually sold at P1,200 each. According to the director; "Madali kasi ang bentahan d’yan... wala kaming sino sino kahit matataas na tao," he said. ( The drug is easilly sold and no one is above the law no matter how high they think they are.)
Anti-narcotics agents and their K-9 units checked every corner of the Embassy bar. Drug-sniffing dogs were also placed at the club entrance. A special agent who I knew, also showed me new types of ecstacy available in the market. The “PDEA” according to him, is “dead serious” about the rising drug problem in BARS.
The Embassy gained “notoriety” after a series of squabbles and scandals involving socialites and well-known personalities took place within the bar's premises. Print and television have also been monitoring the bars activities. Ever since the "Gucci Gang" fiasco exploded, "people have become more aware" according to one of the club's regulars. Several blogs have also accused the bar of being a “drug den” for the high society youth.
"This is just the first club [we’re going to inspect]... we hope other clubs also cooperate,” said PDEA information officer Derrick Carrion.
So here I go again with my humdrum metaphors;
Modern negative consequences of actions stemming from HUBRIS appear to be associated with a lack of knowledge, interest in, and exploration of history, combined with overconfidence and a LACK OF HUMILITY.
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