Five NPA rebels surrender in Masbate

LEGAZPI CITY, ALBAY, Philippines — Five alleged members of the New People’s Army (NPA) surrendered to the Army’s 903rd Infantry Brigade on Tuesday, May 26, amid intensified military operations in Masbate province. The former rebels also turned over six firearms, including high- and low-powered weapons, Col. Angel Lutera of the 903rd Infantry Brigade, said in a Viber message to the Inquirer. READ: High-ranking NPA leader wounded in clash with troops in Masbate Lutera said the surrenderees, all combatants and members of the Sub-Regional Committee 4 and Sub-Regional Yunit Guerrilla of Bicol Regional Party Committee, yielded due to sustained military pressure, […]…

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