AFP-PNP to validate reports on NPA sightings in Ilocos Norte

Leilanie G. Adriano

Staff Reporter

LAOAG CITY—The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) in cooperation with the Philippine National Police (PNP) are now validating reports on the presence of New Peoples’ Army (NPA) rebels roaming in at least nine barangays in Ilocos Norte.

Acting provincial director P/Sr. Supt. Antonio Mendoza Jr. there is a continuing process of validation on the NPA sighting report.

The report cropped up following the recent peace and order council meeting at the Tabacalera function hall in Laoag City.

In the said meeting presided by Ilocos Norte Gov. Ma. Imelda “Imee” R. Marcos, she urged law enforcers to verify reports on NPA sightings, alleged extortion activities at the on-going construction of wind power farms in Burgos and Pagudpud and in areas of Ilocos Norte with mining and quarrying operations.

The Philippine Army however reiterated that Ilocos Norte remains free from insurgents as there are no reported influenced barangays since 2011 when the province was officially declared “safe” from insurgencies.

The governor urged concerned authorities to look into these to ensure investors that they are safe while conducting business in the province.

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