KUTA MAJOR CESAR L SANG-AN, Pulacan, Labangan, Zamboanga del Sur (DWDD) – Troops from the Army’s 4th Mechanized Infantry Battalion recovered two (2) firearms and one (1) hand grenade in checkpoint at BrgyNangka, Baloi, Lanao del Norte on October 12, 2018.
“Our soldiers were conducting security checks on reportedly suspicious vehicles when they were fired upon by the suspects” notes Col Thomas Sedano Jr, Commander of the 2nd Mechanized Infantry Brigade covering the area of Lanao del Norte.
The incident came after a call from a concerned citizen prompted security forces to conduct appropriate measures.
PNP Balo-i immediately responded to the incident to conduct investigation on the suspicious vehicles and their passengers. Search of the vehicles revealed two (2) caliber 45 pistols with three (3) magazines loaded with ammunitions.
Investigation also revealed the presence of a hand grenade in one of the vehicles.
“Peace and security iseverybody’s responsibility. I commended the bravery of the concerned citizen for the timely information that prevented any civilians or security forces casualty.” said Maj. Gen. Roseller Murillo, Joint Task Force Zampelan Commander.
Maj. Gen. Murillo further commended the composure and gallantry of the troops. 1DPAO / MCAG
http://dwdd.com.ph/2018/10/15/4mib-checkpoint-pre-empts-hostility-in-lanao-del-norte/
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