๐๐ซ๐ฆ๐ฒ ๐๐ข๐ฌ๐๐จ๐ฏ๐๐ซ๐ฌ ๐๐ซ๐ฆ๐ฌ ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐ฑ๐ฉ๐ฅ๐จ๐ฌ๐ข๐ฏ๐ ๐๐๐๐ก๐ ๐ข๐ง ๐๐จ๐๐ซ๐ข๐ ๐ฎ๐๐ณ, ๐๐ข๐ณ๐๐ฅ
By; Kevin Pamatmat
Cavinti, Laguna – On the early morning of September 1, 2024, at approximately 5:00 AM, personnel from the 80th Infantry (Steadfast) Battalion successfully discovered an arms and explosive cache belonging to the former KLG NARCISO, SRMA 4A. The cache was located in the vicinity of So Quinao, Brgy Puray, Rodriguez, Rizal. This significant discovery was made possible through the valuable information provided by a concerned civilian who was a former supporter of the Communist Terrorist Group (CTG)
The recovered war materiel includes two (2) M16 rifles, one (1) M653 rifle with ammunition and magazines, one (1) shotgun, and one (1) Improvised Explosive Device (IED). The discovery of these items is a testament to the ongoing efforts and dedication of the 80th Infantry Battalion in maintaining peace and security in the region and the desire of former CTG supporters to prevent the return of violence in their communities. Said Army unit continues to work tirelessly to dismantle the remnants of the insurgent group and ensure the safety of the local communities.
BGen Cerilo C. Balaoro Jr, Commander of the 202nd Infantry (Unifier) Brigade, commended the troops for their vigilance and commitment. “This successful operation underscores the importance of intelligence and the cooperation of the civilian populace in our fight against insurgency. We remain steadfast in our mission to protect the people and uphold peace in our area of responsibility,” he stated. The 80th Infantry Battalion urges the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities and calls on the remaining active CTG members and their supporters to choose the path of peace and reconciliation.
It can be recalled that similar arms and explosive cache was also discovered during a pursuit operation in Purok 4, Barangay Paradise 3, San Jose Del Monte, Bulacan on June 18, 2024. (Kevin Pamatmat)
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