Soldiers repelled a band of suspected communist insurgents during an armed skirmish in Brgy. Osmeña, Palanan, Northern Samar on Thursday, Dec. 11, the Army reported.
“Before these encounters, the armed group had threatened civilians by planting IHL-banned anti-personnel mines along farm-to-market roads frequently used by local residents,” the report stated.
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The troops confiscated an M653 rifle, .a 45 caliber pistol, several rounds of ammunition, and personal belongings of the New People’s Army guerillas.
“The insurgents who choose to surrender are assured of humane treatment and full support through government reintegration programs that help rebuild their lives and allow them to return to the community with dignity,” the Army said.
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