AUTHORITIES on Saturday reported the killing of Sulu’s second most wanted fugitive linked to multiple murders and illegal drug operations, during an encounter in Barangay Kapok Punggol, Maimbung town.
The slain suspect was identified as Alganer Dahim, alias “Wangbu,” tagged as prime suspect in the assassination of Sulu provincial police director Col. Kasim and the murder of three members of the Amil family in Barangay Labah, also in Maimbung.
Authorities said Dahim was also involved in large-scale drug operations in the towns of Parang, Indanan, and Maimbung.
Troops from the Philippine Army’s 41st Infantry “Partner for Peace” Battalion, the 11th Infantry Division, the Maimbung police, the Regional Mobile Force Battalion 14, and the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency conducted the joint operation.
Recovered at the scene were firearms, magazines, and several rounds of ammunition.
Four soldiers were injured in a grenade blast during the encounter.
Maj. Gen. Leonardo Peña, commander of the Army’s 11th Infantry “Alakdan” Division and Joint Task Force Orion, said the operation highlighted the government’s determination to go after lawless elements in Sulu.
“There is no place for criminals and lawless elements to hide in Sulu, and justice will always catch up with those who sow violence, fear, and disorder in our communities,” Peña said.
The military said it press joint operations with other law enforcement agencies to ensure peace and order in the Sulu archipelago.
