Posted to Kalinaw News (Sep 27, 2021): Ilog villagers condemn NPA atrocities
CAUAYAN, Negros Occidental – Residents of Sitio Balik-balik gathered to conduct a condemnation rally against the Communist Terrorist Group – South West Front (SWF), KR-NCBS with the theme “Sa Pagisa May Kabakod, sa Pag Hugpong May Paglaum, Grupong Terrorista Sikwayon” on September 23, 2021 in Sitio Balik-balik, Brgy. Tabu, Ilog, Negros Occidental.
The Peace Rally was successfully conducted through the joint efforts of the Local Government Unit of Ilog, 15th Infantry (Molave Warrior) Battalion, 14th Civil-Military Operations Battalion, 6th Special Action Battalion, 2nd Negros Occidental Provincial Mobile Force Company, Ilog Municipal Police Station, and religious sectors.
The activity was in connection with the recent armed engagement between government forces and CTG-SWF that transpired last September 14, 2021, which resulted to the capture of Nilda Bertulano Alias “Gia/Jade/Glenda, Front Secretary of South West Front, death of four (4) communist-terrorist and seizure of high powered firearms.
It aimed to condemn the presence of CTG-SWF, including their harassments, extortion, and deception of civilians, and inform the general public about government forces’ peace and security efforts.
The activity commenced through a Symbolic Peace walk wherein locals held placards and Persona Non-Grata tarpaulins to show that the CTGs are no longer welcome in their community. A Candle Lighting and Prayer then followed it for peace and protection from terrorism.
Also, a brief lecture on insurgency and Anti-Terrorism Law was also conducted to raise awareness on CTGs’ deceptive recruitment schemes and consequences of joining the terrorist group.
Lt. Col. Erwin E Cariño, 15IB Commanding Officer, recognized the effort made by local officials and their constituents in condemning the atrocities caused by the communist terrorists. He emphasized the responsibility of battling the communist insurgency in their respective community.
“The Army together with the Philippine National Police will continue boosting its efforts to address the insurgency problem and ensure the safety and security of the people in Negros,” Cariño added.
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