Kalinaw News: 2 NPAs Killed, high powered firearms seized as locals report NPA extortion activities in Moises Padilla

From Kalinaw News (Nov 29, 2022):  2 NPAs Killed, high powered firearms seized as locals report NPA extortion activities in Moises Padilla (By 3ID)

CAMP GERONA, MURCIA, Negros Occidental—Two (2) unidentified members of NPA terrorist group were killed and various high-powered firearms were seized after a clash between the Communist NPA terrorist group and troops of 62nd Infantry Battalion, 3ID, Philippine Army in Sitio Upper Binataan, Brgy. Quintin Remo, Moises Padilla, Negros Occidental arrived at around 7:00 in the morning today, November 28, 2022 (Monday).

Responding to reports from residents on alleged harassment and extortion activities committed by the NPA Communist Terrorists Group (CNT) in Sitio Upper Binataan, the Battalion immediately conducted a pursuit Combat Operations, which resulted in an armed encounter against fifteen (15) members of NPA Terrorists belonging to Central Negros 1 (CN1) Komiteng Rehiyon- Negros Cebu Bohol Siquijor (NCBS).

The exchange of fires lasted for about 40 minutes, after which the NPA Terrorists scampered toward Northwest and Northern directions, leaving two of their dead comrades.

Also seized were the following: Two (2) M16, one (1) M203, one (1) AK47, one (1) M14, one (1) Magnum .357 Revolver with three serviceable ammunitions, three (3) Magazines for AK47, seven (7) magazines for M16, two (2) Rifle Grenade, one (1) Serviceable Ammo of 40mm HE, medical equipment and supply, three (3) backpacks, two (2) Bandoliers, NPA terrorist subversive documents, and other personal belongings.

62IB turned over the dead bodies of the NPAs to Moises Padilla-PNP and MDRRMO for proper disposition and further investigation to confirm their identity.

Meanwhile, Brigadier General Inocencio Pasaporte, 303rd Brigade Commander, expressed his appreciation to the troops of the 62nd Infantry Battalion headed by Lt.Colonel William Pesase Jr., Battalion Commander.

“The dedication to duty you have exhibited during the encounter with the members of the NPA terrorist group is incomparable. I am proud of the efforts and selfless dedication to service that you have rendered. I know that you are always prepared and ready to conduct law enforcement operations through the legitimate use of force against threat groups that endanger the well-being of the people, especially in Moises Padilla. Continue to be the best,” BGen Pasaporte said.

BGen Pasaporte also attributed the successful armed engagement against the NPAs to the vigilance and support of the local populace.

“I am commending the residents of Brgy. Quintin Remo, for the quick information given to the troops. It shows that the NPA terrorists are unwanted in the area. It reflects the locals’ desire for Moises Padilla, who are fed up with the lies and deceptions of the NPA Terrorists. Let us unite and encourage the remaining rebels to return to the folds of the law and avail the government’s E-CLIP program,” BGen Pasaporte added.

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