ILIGAN CITY – A member of the Daulah Islamiyah-Maute Group was killed in an encounter with the military in Barangay Kalangan, Piagapo, Lanao del Sur on Saturday, Jan. 25.
The fatality was identified as Nasruding Dimapinto Nasrudin, alias Hodaifa.
The Joint Task Group Haribon led by Col. Billy dela Rosa, acting commander of the 103rd Infantry Brigade, recovered one M16 rifle, one M14 rifle, rifle grenades, assorted magazines and ammunition, and an IED circuit indicator in the encounter site.
However, one soldier was killed and two others were wounded. The wounded soldiers were taken to a hospital.
Joint Task Force ZamPeLan commander Major Gen. Gabriel C. Viray III condoled with the family of the slain trooper.
Viray commended troops for their courage and resilience and lauded the community for their support to the military.
“This achievement sends a strong message to terrorist groups that we will not tolerate their attempts to disrupt peace and security in the region,” Viray stated.
Joint Task Force ZamPelan reaffirmed its commitment to eliminating terrorist threats through strengthened collaboration with local government units and stakeholders, ensuring the continued progress of peace and development in Lanao del Sur.
The remains of Nasrudin have been turned over to his family.