Isabela Vice Mayor Harold Respicio confirmed he tested negative for illegal drugs following a public confrontation. The test, conducted at St. Luke’s Medical Center, was requested by Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla. Respicio had previously faced backlash for a heated public exchange. The results were shared with officials involved. The vice mayor issued an apology for his outburst. The incident sparked local discussion on public conduct and accountability. Officials noted the test was a qualitative urine analysis. No further action was announced. The situation remains under review by local authorities.