Posted to Kalinaw News (Apr 15, 2022): JTF Agila troopers clash with CTG in Davao De Oro; yields M14 rifle and IED
MAWAB, Davao De Oro – Troops from the 66th Infantry Battalion under the 701st Infantry Brigade recovered one (1) M14 Rifle, one (1) Improvised Explosive Device (IED), and war materiel in the vicinity of Marangig Falls, New Albay, Maragusan, Davao De Oro on April 14, 2022.
Before the said recovery, 66IB clashed with the combined elements of the Regional Operations Command (ROC) and Guerilla Front 2 (GF2) on April 13 in the same vicinity that resulting in the capture of alias “Darwin”, 22 years old, Squad Medic of Primera, ROC of the Communist Terrorist Group (CTG). Alias Darwin said, they buried the said firearm and IED on April 11.
Lt. Col Julius M Munar, Commanding Officer of 66th Infantry (KABALIKAT) Battalion told that with their constant clash with the enemy, support from the local community, and the cooperation of the former rebels(FRs), they are confident that they can end the insurgency in Davao De Oro in due time.
Meanwhile, Agila Division Commander MGen Nolasco A Mempin congratulated 66IB troopers for their accomplishment and thanked alias “Darwin” for his cooperation with the government forces after his capture. “Your Agila Troopers will always abide by the Human Rights and Rules of Engagement just like what happened to alias Darwin wherein he was treated humanely. Our doors are always open to all remaining members of the CTG who will choose to cooperate with the government,” MGen Mempin added.
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