The PNP in Caraga say they have neutralized 202 NPA members since January of this year.
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The Police Regional Office in the Caraga Region (PRO-13) reported Wednesday that 202 New People’s Army (NPA) members were neutralized through arrests and surrenders from January to Sept. 16.
A total of 45 firearms and 39 explosives were also recovered during the period. Of the total number of NPA members neutralized, 143 were arrested and 59 were captured, PRO-13 said.
A breakdown of the members showed that 40 were listed in the Periodic Status Report (PSR) and one was a non-PSR member.
The PRO-13 report added that one firearm and nine explosives were seized during arrests.
PRO-13 chief, Brig. Gen. Marcial Mariano Magistrado IV, vowed to sustain intensified police operations against members of the communist movement with a standing warrant of arrest.
Magistrado also urged the remaining NPA rebels in the region to return to the fold of the law and live peacefully with their families and communities.
This number appears to be exact. They say nothing about supporters. The number is 202 NPA members exactly. So, how many are left in the area and nationwide?
Last week there were clashes with the NPA in Samar and the AFP says their will be more.
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Samar remains a hotbed of the insurgency. However, they don't say how many remnants are left.The Philippine Army warned remaining New People's Army (NPA) members in Samar province of intensified operations following a recent clash that killed one NPA fighter and captured two others.
Lt. Col. Marvin Inocencio, commander of the Army’s 46th Infantry Battalion (IB), said in a statement Monday that they will maintain their “operational momentum” to end local insurgency in the mountains of Samar province.
“The 46IB remains steadfast and relentless in upholding its mission and operational momentum to put an end to the remnants of the communist terrorist groups who are still corrupting the government’s peace and development efforts for the province of Samar,” Inocencio said.
On Sept. 13, troops of the 46IB clashed with NPA remnants in upland Concepcion village in Paranas, Samar, killing a rebel identified as Gerry Dela Cruz, alias “Justin.”
Soldiers also captured alias “Aye,” political guide of the NPA sub-regional committee, and alias “Tintin,” a member of the NPA regional security force.
Soldiers also seized three M16 rifles, two .45-caliber pistols, three backpacks, three bandoliers, various subversive documents, and other war materiel.
The brief, intense gun battle erupted after heavily armed NPA remnants treacherously attacked soldiers in Concepcion village. No one was hurt on the government side.
The 46IB’s mother unit, the Army’s 801st Infantry Brigade (Bde), commended soldiers for their quick and decisive actions while emphasizing the unit’s dedication to protect communities and eliminate remaining peace spoilers.
“Our resolve in ending the decades of abuses inflicted by the communist terrorist group is true and unyielding, because for too long, they have terrorized the people of Paranas. We will not allow this to continue,” Col. Arlino Sendaydiego, the 801Bde commander, said.
Sendaydiego has urged the remaining rebels in Samar to surrender, as the government is ready to help them rebuild their lives.
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A 29-year-old medical officer and squad leader of the New People’s Army (NPA) recently surrendered in Barobo, Surigao del Sur.
“Aside from war materials, this NPA leader and medical officer also voluntarily handed over a memory card containing highly sensitive information including tactical guides, combat procedures, and plans for future operations,” disclosed Police Regional Office 13-Regional Public Information Office chief Police Major Jennifer S. Ometer.
“Lack of logistical support, no sight of proper leadership, tired and hunger of running in the mountains are the main reasons of his return back to the fold of the government,” Ometer added.
Surigao del Sur Police Provincial Office Director Police Col. Jeffrey Lawrence D. Mauricio said the surrenderer is under the custody of the Cantilan, Surigao del Sur Municipal Police Station for documentation and custodial debriefing.
“He was actively involved in various armed encounters across the Caraga region,” Mauricio said.
The surrenderer will be enrolled in the Enhanced Comprehensive Local Integration Program (E-CLIP), a government initiative that provides former rebels with financial assistance and other social benefits to help them reintegrate into society.
The medic hasted over a memory card containing "plans for future operations." Again, it's more confirmation that the NPA is not unable to conduct offenses as the AFP has claimed. They remain an active threat.
In Eastern Samar the Army has pledged to build 12 houses for ex-rebels.
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| https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1258840 |
Some 12 houses will soon rise in three Eastern Samar towns under the Saad nga Balay (promised housing) program meant for former members of the New People’s Army (NPA).
These housing units will be built in Can-avid (five units), Dolores (five units), and Maslog (two units), intended for former rebels who are in the process of reintegrating into the community.
The 12 units with a total cost of PHP4.2 million will be funded by the Philippine Army Finance Center Producers Integrated Cooperative.
Officials held a groundbreaking ceremony and signing of the memorandum of agreement on Tuesday at the G-Park Covered Court in Can-avid town, facilitated by the 801st Infantry Brigade (IB).
“Today's groundbreaking ceremony is more than just the start of a construction project —it is a symbol of hope, transformation, and renewed trust in our government and communities," 801st IB commander Col. Arlino Sendaydiego said.
He added the military is proud to stand alongside their partners in providing former rebels the opportunity to rebuild their lives with dignity and stability to lay the foundation not just for houses, but for lasting peace in Eastern Samar.
PAFCPIC president Brig. Gen. Fernando Zabat (Ret.) shared that they are funding the housing projects for the former rebels because they believe that true peace begins when people are given the chance to rebuild their lives with dignity.
“This housing project is more than just walls and roofs —it is a symbol of hope, second chances, and a brighter future," Zabat said.
He also reminded the beneficiaries that a better life is always possible when one chooses the path of peace.
Saad na Balay in Can-avid, Dolores, and Maslog is the expansion of the housing assistance project that was first implemented in the town of San Jose de Buan in Samar province by the 801st IB during the leadership of its former commander, now retired Brig. Gen. Lennart Lelina.
Lelina conceptualized the program and presented it to local government officials, national government agencies and non-government organizations for support.
Free housing paid for by the taxpayer after being an enemy of the state? That's not a bad deal.
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