From Panay News (Sep 20, 2023): Soldier killed, another wounded in Lambunao clash (By Ruby P. Silubrico)
Troops of the Philippine Army’s 82nd Infantry Battalion recovered two M16 armalite rifles, two .45 pistols, and subversive documents, among others, from the encounter site in Barangay Jayobo, Lambunao, Iloilo on Tuesday, Sept. 19. 82IB PHOTO
ILOILO City – In an encounter between the Philippine Army’s 82nd Infantry Battalion (82IB) and the New People’s Army (NPA) in Sitio Agdalusan, Barangay Jayobo, Lambunao, Iloilo yesterday, one soldier was killed, and another was wounded.
The Army has yet to release the names of the two soldiers, pending official notification to their respective families.
The government troops were in the area in response to reports of armed individuals engaging in extortion activities and foraging for food when the encounter occurred at approximately 6:23 a.m.
According to the 82IB, the gun battle between the soldiers and approximately 10 armed rebels from the Baloy Platoon of the NPA Komiteng Rehiyon-Panay’s Central Front lasted for about 20 minutes before the rebels withdrew.
The 82IB believes that the rebels also suffered casualties, as indicated by bloodstains along their withdrawal route.
During the engagement, the soldiers also recovered two M16 armalite rifles, two .45 pistols, and subversive documents at the encounter site.
Brigadier General Michael Samson, commander of the Philippine Army’s 301st Infantry Brigade, stated that the hot pursuit operation against the fleeing rebels was ongoing as of the time of this writing.
“This proactive and resolute response by the 82nd Infantry Battalion underscores their unwavering commitment to safeguarding the security and well-being of Lambunao residents,” said Samson.
He emphasized that this incident serves as a testament to the unwavering dedication of the military forces, who willingly put their lives on the line to maintain peace and order in the communities.
Samson added that the incident won’t, in any way, dampen their spirit but would, in fact, strengthen their resolve to pursue peace in Panay Island./PN
https://www.panaynews.net/soldier-killed-another-wounded-in-lambunao-clash/
ILOILO City – In an encounter between the Philippine Army’s 82nd Infantry Battalion (82IB) and the New People’s Army (NPA) in Sitio Agdalusan, Barangay Jayobo, Lambunao, Iloilo yesterday, one soldier was killed, and another was wounded.
The Army has yet to release the names of the two soldiers, pending official notification to their respective families.
The government troops were in the area in response to reports of armed individuals engaging in extortion activities and foraging for food when the encounter occurred at approximately 6:23 a.m.
According to the 82IB, the gun battle between the soldiers and approximately 10 armed rebels from the Baloy Platoon of the NPA Komiteng Rehiyon-Panay’s Central Front lasted for about 20 minutes before the rebels withdrew.
The 82IB believes that the rebels also suffered casualties, as indicated by bloodstains along their withdrawal route.
During the engagement, the soldiers also recovered two M16 armalite rifles, two .45 pistols, and subversive documents at the encounter site.
Brigadier General Michael Samson, commander of the Philippine Army’s 301st Infantry Brigade, stated that the hot pursuit operation against the fleeing rebels was ongoing as of the time of this writing.
“This proactive and resolute response by the 82nd Infantry Battalion underscores their unwavering commitment to safeguarding the security and well-being of Lambunao residents,” said Samson.
He emphasized that this incident serves as a testament to the unwavering dedication of the military forces, who willingly put their lives on the line to maintain peace and order in the communities.
Samson added that the incident won’t, in any way, dampen their spirit but would, in fact, strengthen their resolve to pursue peace in Panay Island./PN
https://www.panaynews.net/soldier-killed-another-wounded-in-lambunao-clash/
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