From Katropa DWDD-CRS Virtual RTV Facebook Page (Nov 5): Soldiers, NPA clash twice in Quezon
CAMP GEN. CAPINPIN, Tanay, Rizal – Troops of the 92nd Infantry (TANGLAW- DIWA) Battalion (92IB) clashed twice against the New People’s Army (NPA) Communist terrorists group in Sitio Dadyangao and Sitio Madaraki both of Brgy Umiray, General Nakar Quezon yesterday, November 4, 2018.
Lieutenant Colonel Christopher M. Diaz, Commanding Officer of the 92IB said that the soldiers were conducting Focus Military Operation (FMO) in the area after an ...intelligence report and tips from civilians that a group of armed NPAs were extorting rice and money from the Dumagat Indigeneous People (IP).
The first encounter transpired around 1040 a.m. when the troops chance upon undetermined number of NPA belonging to Platoon 4A2, Guerilla Front Cesar of the Southern Tagalog Regional Party Committee (STRPC).
The firefight lasted for 20 minutes. One (1) soldier was killed while it is believed there were undetermined numbers of casualties on the NPA due to the heavy blood stain in their position. The enemies brought along their wounded comrades when they scampered away according to the troops. The fallen soldier was identified as Private James Lanes, 24, from Sultan Kudarat.
Meanwhile, the second clash occurred at around 1145 in the morning at Sitio Madaraki when the encountered troops conducted pursuit operations following the traces of blood of the retreating enemies. No reported casualty from both sides on the 15 minutes firefight.
Brigadier General Arnulfo Marcelo B Burgos Jr. AFP, Commander of the 202nd Brigade who has operational jurisdiction over CALABARZON said that troops were on tracked against the NPA in the area. “They are now running out of ammunitions with the recent two encounters; they are now tired and they have wounded comrades. We will pursue these NPA remnants until they are destroyed”, he added.
Major General Rhoderick M. Parayno AFP, Commander of the Philippine Army’s 2nd Infantry Division (2ID) extended his condolences to the family of the slain soldier.
“Rest assured that his bravery and heroism will be treasured and will never be forgotten. His example of sacrifice will continue to inspire us to strive more on our mission of protecting the people against all NPA threats and coercion especially of the Dumagat IP in Quezon”.
At present, troops are conducting hot pursuit operations and checkpoints with the local police against the NPA terrorists.
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