The rebel attack and subsequent killing of three unarmed
government troopers at Sitio Candinuyan, Mabini town, Compostela Valley
Eastern Mindanao Command head Lt. Gen. Aurelio Baladad said
this in a statement.
"Our SOMO (suspension of military operation) was
reciprocated by NPAs with violence. Their piece meal ceasefire is a smoke
screen of their true intention and a blatant disregard of the communities'
aspiration for a peaceful celebration of the holidays," Baladad said.
The Armed Forces of the Philippines
While the NPAs declared a much shorter truce on Dec. 24, 25
and 26.
The attack against the three unarmed government troopers
took place 9:45 a.m.
The fatalities were identified as 1st Lt. Ronald C. Bautista
and Pfc. Albert M. Amor, both members of the 71st Infantry Battalion and
militiaman, Renel G. Baluca.
The three were headed home to their families aboard a
motorcycle when waylaid and shot at the head at point blank by eight NPA
bandits.
Baladad said the NPAs stripped the victims of their clothes
and belongings, including their motorcycle, and fled to unknown direction.
"We sympathize with the bereaved families of our slain
personnel. It is so sad to note that they were killed while on their way to
their waiting families who missed them during Christmas as they were tasked to
ensure a peaceful yuletide celebration in Candinuyan. We will exert all efforts
to bring to justice those responsible for this merciless and cowardly
crime," Baladad said.
http://www.pna.gov.ph/index.php?idn=1&sid=&nid=1&rid=720442
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