Alleged Abu Sayyaf members nabbed in Basilan, clash with troops in Sulu

From GMA News (Aug 22): Alleged Abu Sayyaf members nabbed in Basilan, clash with troops in Sulu

Two men believed to be members of the Abu Sayyaf were arrested in a clearing operation in Basilan, as the Armed Forces Western Mindanao Command (WestMinCom) continue their military operations against the bandit group in the said province and in Sulu.

In a statement, the WestMinCom said the two armed individuals were apprehended by the Alpha Company of the 18th Infantry Battalion on August 18 at Sitio Pusong-Pusong, Barangay Camamburingan, Ungkaya Pukan.

They were identified as Vilyamin Garamun and Geramun Dahocoh. One Carbine, one M1 Garand rifle and ammunition were recovered from the suspects.
Meanwhile, the WestMinCom also reported of an armed encounter with around 30 members of the Abu Sayyaf Group under sub-leader Mujer Yadah on Tuesday in Barangay Tugas, Patikul, Sulu.

In the morning of the same day, operating troops of the 5th Scout Ranger Battalion led by Lieutenant Colonel Marlon Jomalesa also faced another group of Abu Sayyaf in Barangay Latih, Patikul, Sulu.

"The Western Mindanao Command is committed to sustain its operations against the Abu Sayyaf Group in Sulu and Basilan. We will not falter until the last bandit will be neutralized," WestMinCom commander Lieutenant General Arnel Dela Vega said.

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