Chinese rocket parts found in Ilocos shores

APPARENT rocket parts believed to be of Chinese origin were recovered along the shores of Barangay Pagali in Burgos, Ilocos Norte following reports from local residents.

The 28th Marine Company of the 4th Marine Brigade (4MBde) said initial investigation indicated that the debris recovered on Nov. 9 may have come from a rocket launched by China’s People’s Liberation Army on Nov. 2.

Forensic analysis is needed to confirm te objects’ origin and composition, according to authorities.

The recovery of the debris was coordinated with the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) and the Pagali Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office, the 4MBde said.