Saturday, February 10, 2024

1st Inf Div: Army seizes High-Powered Firearms and War Materiel from Terrorist Group in Lanao del Sur

Posted to the Philippine Army 1st Infantry Division Facebook Page (Feb 4, 2024): Army seizes High-Powered Firearms and War Materiel from Terrorist Group in Lanao del Sur

CAMP SANG-AN, ZDS - In a decisive operation on February 04, the 103rd Infantry (Haribon) Brigade of the 1st Infantry (Tabak) Division successfully confiscated a significant cache of war materiel from the DI-Maute Group (DI-MG) in Balindong, Lanao del Sur.

Responding to intelligence provided by concerned citizens, a joint Army and Police task force launched a raid targeting three suspected hideouts of the DI-MG. Despite the group’s escape, the operation yielded a haul of weaponry and equipment left behind, including high-caliber rifles, ammunition, communication devices, and personal effects.

Brig. Gen. Yegor Rey P. Barroquillo Jr., commander of the 103rd Infantry Brigade, praised the troops for their professionalism and dedication, emphasizing the disruption inflicted upon the DI-Maute Group’s capabilities. The recovery of these assets marks a significant blow to the group’s operations, further bolstering counterterrorism efforts in the region.

Maj. Gen. Gabriel C. Viray III, commander of the 1st Infantry Division, commended the swift and coordinated efforts of the units involved, underscoring their vital role in maintaining peace and security in the area.

“The 103rd Infantry Brigade has been at the forefront of the government’s effort to address the security and stop the insurgency in the area. I commend the quick response of the different units on the ground for the successful conduct of operations to ensure the safety and security of our area of responsibility.” Maj. Gen. Viray lll said.

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