CAMP VICENTE LUKBAN, Catbalogan City-A member of a communist-terrorist group was killed following an encounter with government forces in Barangay Barayong, Motiong, Samar, on October 23, 2024.
Troops from the 87th Infantry Battalion engaged three suspected members of the Yakal Platoon, Sub-Regional Committee Browser, and Eastern Visayas Regional Party Committee.
The clash lasted approximately five minutes before the enemy retreated southeast.
The following day, soldiers discovered the body of an insurgent identified as alias “Tisoy” or “Pogi,” along with an M14 rifle, ammunition, anti-personnel mines, and personal belongings.
In a separate incident, a soldier died during military operations amid Typhoon Kristine.
Pvt. Boyet P. Bogtong was reported to have accidentally slipped from a riverbank and was swept away by strong currents on October 22, 2024.
Search and rescue efforts commenced downstream, leading to the recovery of Pvt. Bogtong’s body two days later in the river at Barangay Anagasi, Paranas, Samar.
Brig. Gen. Perfecto P. Peñaredondo, acting commander of the 8th Infantry Division, extended condolences to Pvt. Bogtong’s family and reaffirmed the military’s dedication to safeguarding the region.
“Private Bogtong’s sacrifice stands as a solemn testament to the bravery and dedication of our troops, who remain committed to their duties despite severe weather and challenging conditions,” Peñaredondo said. (PR)
