The New People’s Army (NPA)-Masbate (Jose Rapsing Command) honored and saluted two of its fighters who were killed in an encounter with the 2nd IB on April 17 at the boundary of Barangay Miabas, Palanas and Barangay Libertad, Cawayan in Masbate Province. Spokesperson Ka Luz del Mar said the bravery shown by Ka Giovanni and Ka Jigs is beyond measure.
NPA-Masbate extended condolences to the families and relatives of the two martyrs. “The NPA-Masbate will ensure that the lives sacrificed by the new heroes Ka Giovanni, Ka Jigs and by all martyrs and heroes of the entire revolutionary movement in the province will not be in vain,” said Ka Luz.
She added that their selfless service to the people and their offering of life to defend the masses and comrades will forever be etched in the hearts of all Red fighters and the masses.
Meanwhile, two were killed and one wounded on the side of the 2nd IB butchers in the battle, the NPA reported. Due to the losses, the soldiers fired their guns indiscriminately even after the NPA units left the area.
The military also stopped residents near the site of the battle to evacuate to the centers of the village or nearby barangays. The residents were instead subjected to intense interrogation.
Source : https://philippinerevolution.nu/angbayan/npa-honors-2-martyrs-in-masbate/