CAMP SIONGCO, Awang, Datu Odin Sinsuat,
Maguindanao- Troops of 33IB while conducting combat operation encountered
undetermined number of the Communist Party of the Philippines-New People's
Army-National Democratic Front (CNN) on 20 August 2017 in Sultan Kudarat
Province.
Operating troops
of the 33IB were engaged in a gun battle with NPA rebels in Brgy Laguilayan,
Isulan, Sultan Kudarat following reports from populace of the presence of an
armed group in the area.
Said exchange of
gunfire resulted to the capture of Bago Otig Bantali, Ben Apa both members of
GF-73 of CPP-NPA-NDF and recovery of 1 M16 rifle, 1 IED, 1 hand fragmentation
grenade and assorted ammunitions.
Joint Task Force
Central delivered accurate artillery fire support to the location of the enemy that
prompted the rebels to scamper to different directions.
MGen Arnel Dela
Vega has commended the troops for the successful mission.
"I am glad
that our government security forces had pre-empted terroristic attacks of
different armed lawless groups against peaceful communities. We appreciate the
continuous support of the people in sharing information about possible acts of
violence," said Dela Vega. (DPAO,
6ID)
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