CDO-based 4th ID deploys 200 new troops to support community dev't programs

From the Philippine News Agency (Jan 15): CDO-based 4th ID deploys 200 new troops to support community dev't programs

The Cagayan De Oro-based 4th Infantry Division formally deployed Saturday 200 newly-trained troopers in its various units now conducting community support programs in CARAGA and Northern Mindanao.

Deployment ceremonies took place at the 4th Infantry Division Grandstand At Camp Edilberto Evangelista, Patag, of the above-mentioned locality.

Capt. Joe Patrick Martinez, 4th Infantry Division spokesperson, said deployment of these troops in community support programs is inline with Development Support and Security Plan "Kapayapaan".

A ceremonial entrustment of firearms was graced by the different local chief executives (LCEs) representing the two regions as a symbol of the conferment of trust to the new soldiers.

"The LCEs endowed in them the responsibility to carry firearms as they perform their mandate to protect the people and secure the communities against any threat," Martinez added.

4th Infantry Division commander Major Gen. Benjamin Madrigal, in his message, told the new troops to fulfill their commitment of protecting the people and the communities they are tasked to serve.

"I hope that you perform well and carry out the professionalism of a Filipino soldier. Always remember to maintain our discipline at all times. We must not violate human rights and we must not abuse the authority given to us. The firearms that are entrusted to you are from the entire Filipino people whom we have pledged to serve. Do your job and do what is right," he added.

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