Military units in Sorsogon have recovered three high-powered firearms, three landmines and a handheld radio during an encounter with 25 New People's Army (NPA) fighters in Barangay San Isidro, Bulusan, Sorsogon Monday.
Lt. Col. Ramon Zagala, Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) public affairs office chief, said the troopers involved in the encounter were from the 31st Infantry Battalion.
The firefight lasted for 25 minutes, he added.
Zagala said the clash stemmed from a text message forwarded by concerned citizens in the area who reported that the rebels were conducting extortion activities in the area.
Col. Cesar M. Idio, 903rd Brigade Commander, further instructed his troops to sustain combat operations to ensure that the NPAs can no longer threaten the residents
“We will continue our focused internal peace and security operations to protect the people of Sorsogon from harassments and extortion activities by the NPAs. This is necessary in order for the province to have a conducive environment for its further development,” he added.
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