01/02/2026
SIX NPA MEMBERS YIELD, TURN OVER FI****MS TO EASTERN VISAYAS COPS
Six members of the New People’s Army (NPA), all farmers, surrendered and turned over their fi****ms in three Samar provinces this week, the Police Regional Office-Eastern Visayas (PRO-8) reported on Tuesday.
The six are currently under police custody for proper documentation, debriefing and assessment.
They may also be enrolled under the Enhanced Comprehensive Local Integration Program to support their peaceful reintegration into society, according to PRO-8.Meanwhile, a former NPA member voluntarily surrendered the fi****ms as part of efforts to abandon armed struggle and return to peaceful civilian life, according to reports of 202nd Infantry Brigade on Tuesday.
The 2ID commended the operating troops of the 202nd Infantry Brigade and continues to encourage remaining members of armed groups to lay down their arms and avail themselves of government programs aimed at reintegration and the promotion of lasting peace and security across Southern Tagalog. (PNA)
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