The recent arrest of Bernabe Tubongbanua, in-charge of the financial operations of the Communist Party of the Philippines-New People’s Army (CPP-NPA), is an added accomplishment to the anti-insurgency effort of the government.
M/Gen. Jose Mabanta, commanding officer of the 3rd Infantry (Spearhead) Division (3ID) of the Philippine Army, said Monday the rebel group is “losing its important leader” as well as the support of the people has been dwindling. Their finances are “really down at this point,” he said.
“This is a big blow to the enemy because we are talking about finances. This is a significant victory for the Armed Forces of the
Mabanta credited the citizenry for the arrest saying that they were the ones that gave information about the NPA leader.
Tubongbanua was arrested over the weekend at Barangay Balantang, Jaro this by virtue of a warrant of arrest due to a murder case. He has other cases ranging from extortion to homicide and murder.
Meantime, Mabanta added that insurgents thrive in highly urbanized areas such as this city because it is where they extort funds.
“He has been prying on hapless businessmen. He has been doing this for quite some time,” he added.
The suspect is currently detained at the Jaro Police Station.
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