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4 days ago
- GMA Network
Nearly 200 alleged rebels, NPA supporters surrender in Bukidnon
Up to 189 alleged members and supporters of the New People's Army (NPA) have turned themselves in to authorities in Quezon, Bukidnon. Police and the military facilitated the mass surrender in Barangay Butong. According to the Police Regional Office-Northern Mindanao (PRO-10), among those who surrendered were 141 regular NPA members, 44 Militia ng Bayan members, and four White Area personalities. The group also turned over at least 72 assorted firearms and eight war materiel. 'Accordingly, the former rebels expressed their desire to return to the folds of the law and start a new life,' PRO-10 said. The former rebels and NPA supporters are now under the custody of the 89th Infantry Battalion for the processing of the Enhanced Comprehensive Local Integration Program (E-CLIP). 'This mass surrender is proof that the unity of our security forces, local government units, and communities can bring lasting peace to our region. We welcome our brothers and sisters back to the folds of the law and assure them that the government is ready to help them rebuild their lives,' PRO-10 Director, Brigadier General Rolindo Suguilon, said. —GMA Regional TV
GMA Network
24-06-2025
- GMA Network
8 nabbed, P20M alleged smuggled cigarettes seized in MisOr
Eight people were arrested and alleged smuggled cigarettes worth around P20 million were seized in Manticao, Misamis Oriental. Personnel of the Manticao Municipal Police Station launched the operation after receiving information about alleged contraband items getting unloaded from a fishing vessel, known locally as 'kompit,' in Barangay Punta Silum. Authorities allegedly caught the suspects in the act of unloading boxes of cigarettes along the seawall. During the search, authorities discovered more contraband items inside a truck van parked near the area. Police seized around 500 cases of cigarettes, the fishing vessel, and the truck. The suspects arrested are residents of Manticao, Zamboanga City, and Iligan City. They may face charges for alleged violation of the Customs Modernization and Tariff Act (RA 10863), Graphic Health Warning Law (RA 10643), and Anti-Agricultural Economic Sabotage Act (R.A. 12022). Based on investigation, the alleged smuggled cigarettes reportedly came from Basilan and were transported to Manticao. 'This successful operation is a clear demonstration of our continued efforts to secure our borders and uphold the law. I commend the operating units for a job well done. Let us remain steadfast in our mission to protect the public from the dangers of illicit trade,' Police Regional Office-Northern Mindanao (PRO-10) Director, Brigadier General Rolindo Suguilon, said.
