CAMP EVANGELISTA, Cagayan de Oro City – Major General Franco Nemesio M Gacal, Commander of 4th Infantry (Diamond) Division, Philippine Army, lauded the troops deployed in Caraga region for the series of successful operations, both in the fight to end local communist armed conflict (ELCAC) and the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic.
It can be recalled that the 23rd Infantry Battalion foiled the communist New People’s Army terrorists’ (CNTs) plans in the province of Agusan del Norte on April 24, 2020, where a gunbattle has transpired and resulted in the recovery of an AK-47 rifle and
other war material.
Days after the said encounter, the 23IB had rescued a nine-month pregnant CNT on April 29, 2020 in the hinterlands of Butuan City, who admitted herself as one of the CNTs involved in the recent encounter against the troops.
With this development, MGen Gacal commended the hard work of the 23IB, as they never cease to pursue the CNTs who continue to harass innocent civilians in the AOR. This, he said is a manifestation that the troops are performing their duties and responsibilities albeit faced with different challenges.
“Your act of rescuing a 9-month pregnant CNT amazon abandoned by her comrades showed our great respect to human rights. This shows our professionalism in the performance of our duty,” bared Gacal.
Along this notable operation, the 4ID Chief also expressed his commendation to the troops serving in Agusan del Sur for pursuing peace in the province.
“To Ever Onward troopers, I commend you for your sincere dedication and commitment in serving the people of Agusan del Sur. You have immediately responded to the call for help by our beloved Agusanons who always put their trust and confidence to the Army. We will continue to safeguard our people from the threats posed by these CNTs,” Gacal underscored.
MGen Gacal was referring to the April 30, 2020 encounter involving troops of 26th Infantry Battalion in Esperanza, Agusan del Sur, where two (2) CNTs were killed and three (3) high powered firearms were recovered.
Meanwhile, on the fight against the spread of COVID-19, the Army General likewise lauded the troops under the Infantry Brigades operating in Caraga for their relentless effort in supporting the local government units and ensuring peace and order in all
parts of the region.
“Aside from our given mandate, let us also focus in beating this invisible and invincible enemy which is CoViD-19. Let us continue and intensify our information awareness campaign and ensure that everyone is equipped with the right information of fighting this deadly disease,” Gacal said.
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