Westmincom says 2 extremists killed in Lanao del Sur clash

Date:

Share post:

 DAVAO CITY — The Western Mindanao Command (Westmincom) the death of two suspected members of the extremist Daulah Islamiyah-Maute Group after encounter with government troops in Balabagan, Lanao del Sur on Wednesday, February 3.

In a statement released recently, Wesmincom Commander Lieutenant General Alfredo Rosario, Jr. said the 1st Marine Brigade troops chanced upon the group of Maute Group member identified as Polo Alim.

“Firefight ensued after which the enemy withdrew leaving behind the body of one of their slain comrades,” he said.

The military and police authorities also found two more cadavers of two suspected extremist during clearing operations.

RIZAL MEMORIAL COLLEGEspot_img

Related articles

16-foot whale shark found dead along Misamis Oriental coast

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY (August 31)  — A 16-foot whale shark, locally known as “taluki,” was found dead...

Philippines, UK begin talks on visiting forces agreement

Proposed pact would widen Manila’s military partnerships as tensions rise in the South China Sea MANILA (August 31)  —...

Indigenous Peoples secure 2 seats in Bangsamoro Parliament

Historic representation comes amid long-running struggles over ancestral land, identity and political inclusion PARANG, Maguindanao del Norte (August 31) ...

300 Caraga cops gear up for BARMM polls

BUTUAN CITY (August 31)  — Three hundred police officers from the Police Regional Office 13 (PRO 13) have...