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Thursday, December 6, 2018

High-powered Firearms Surrendered in Lanao del Norte




By Hirohito D. Cadion

PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur (Dec. 7, 2018-PNA) – Ten high-powered firearms were surrendered to 2nd Mechanized Battalion, 2nd Mechanized Brigade in the municipality of Nunungan,  in the nieghboring province of Lanao del Norte Thursday (December 6, 2018), military official said.

“The successful surrender of firearms was made possible by the local government unit of Nunungan,” said Brig. Gen. Thomas Sedano Jr, Brigade Commander.

“And we thank them for their trust and support to our troops in contributing peace and development in the municipality,” he added.

The surrendered firearm includes eight garand rifle, one caliber 30 and one 40mm grenade launcher.

Army’s Premier Division Chief Maj. Gen. Roseller Murillo, Joint Task Force Zampelan (Zamboanga Peninsula and Lanao Provinces) Commander, commended the efforts of the troops and stakeholders involved.

“The continuous surrender of loose firearms will minimize the crimes and atrocities and will further led to a more progressive community,” Maj.Gen. Murillo said. “We will continuously work together with stakeholders in bringing just and lasting peace in our area of operation,” he added. 


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