Posted to Kalinaw News (Jul 21, 2020): One NPA Terrorist killed, high-powered firearms recovered in Surigao del Norte clash
PLACER, Surigao del Norte- One New People’s Army was killed and four high powered firearms were recovered by operating troops of the 30th Infantry (Fight On) Battalion during an encounter with the Communist Terrorist Group in Barangay Camp Edward, Alegria, Surigao del Norte, Monday morning, July 20.
Based on report, civilians tipped off to the operating government troops about the presence of fully armed Communist Terrorists in the area. The firefight lasted for about 30 minutes and the responding soldiers were able to seize a hideout occupied by an estimated 30 members of Guerilla Front 16 of the North Eastern Mindanao Regional Committee. Aside from the unidentified slain body, three AK47s and one M16 rifle were also retrieved from the encounter site while two soldiers were slightly injured during the clash.
In his statement, Col. George L Banzon INF (MNSA) PA, Commander of the 901st Infantry Brigade, expressed his heartfelt thanks to the community for providing timely information leading to the successful operation. He also stressed that the 901st Infantry Brigade will continue to intensify focus military operations to flush those who refuse to surrender and abandon their armed struggle.
Col. Banzon also called upon the members of the CPP-NPA to give peace a chance by going back to the folds of the law and avail the programs being offered by the government for them live normal lives. On the other hand, he reiterated his statements when he took over the Brigade that he will not hesitate to use full military might to protect the people and the community against those who continue to pursue their twisted ideology and sow terror.
“We express our sincerest thanks to the concerned citizens who provided us with accurate information to prevent the Communist Terrorist Group from their terroristic activities. Indeed, it was a clear indication that the local populace are already fed up of their wrong doings. Our operation will continue and we will not stop in our quest to ensure the safety and security of the communities that were terrorized by these communist armed group. I urge the members of the communist terrorist group to lay down their arms and live a peaceful life. Using violence to impose will on peace loving people have no place in our civilized society”, he said.
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