A COMMUNIST New People’s Army Terrorist (CNT) was killed while a soldier was wounded in a series of encounters, March 17 at an isolated area in Sitio Bendum, Barangay Busdi, Malaybalay City, here.
In response to reports from Sitio Bendum residents on the CNTs presence in the area, the Dependable Troopers promptly conducted a combat operation to prevent CNTs from executing any terroristic activities.
During the operation, the troops encountered around 15 rebels under Sentro De Grabidad (SDG) Dario of Guerilla Front (GF) 89, SRC2, North Central Mindanao Regional Committee (NCMRC). A fierce gunfight ensued killing one New People’s Army (NPA) rebel combatant. The troopers also seized an M16 rifle.
While conducting pursuit operations, the troopers again encountered groups of NPA. A firefight once again followed wounding a soldier who was rushed to the hospital.
Lt. Col. Edgardo Talaroc Jr, commanding officer of the 8th Infantry Battalion said, “Mapasalamaton ako sa komunidad nga nagsumbong sa presensya sa maong teroristang NPA nga nagresulta sa dali nga pagresponde sa atong kasundalohan (I am thankful to the community who reported the presence of the NPA that led to the quick response of your Philippine Army).”
The rebels were said to be extorting residents in the area, prompting civilians to seek military assistance.
Soldiers are now pursuing other rebels who fled after the encounter.
“Ako manawagan pa ug utro sa mga teroristang grupo sa pagnaog ug pagsurrender sa inyong armas. Kami andam mutabang nga mabalik kamo sa inyong mga pamilya. Ang atong gobyerno aduna'y Enhanced-Comprehensive Local Integration Program (E-CLIP) aron mahimong mas luwas kamo ug mamaayo ang inyong kinabuhi," Talaroc said.
(I once again call on the CPP-NPA terrorists to come down and lay down your arms, we will assist you to return to your families and to the mainstream society. The government has Enhanced Comprehensive Livelihood Integration Program ( E-CLIP) to make your life better and safe). (By Camille M. Bumatay, CMO Officer, 8IB)
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