The man who provided the military information that resulted in the neutralization of New People’s Army leader Jorge “Ka Oris” Madlos four months ago has received a P7.8-million reward.
A civilian who allegedly tipped authorities about the location of slain New People’s Army (NPA) leader Jorge “Ka Oris” Madlos got became an instant multi-millionaire after he finally got his reward from the military, a military spokesperson revealed Saturday, Feb. 5.
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Eastmincom Commander Lt. Gen. Greg T. Almerol (File photo) PANACAN, Davao City - The Eastern Mindanao Command (Eastmincom) capped off the year 2021 by neutralizing more than 2,071 combatants and supporters of the New People's Army (NPA), the armed group of the Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP). In a statement Monday, Lt. Gen. Greg T. Almerol, commander of Eastmincom, said through their intensified focused military operations and the strong support of the communities, local government units, and former rebels and cadres, a total of 70 NPA rebels were killed in combat operations; 147 were apprehended, arrested and captured; 630 capitulated; and 1,224 allies withdrew their support for the CPP-NPA. He said the government troops have also recovered 690 high-powered and low-powered firearms through combat operations and surrender, and around 97 landmines. "Our troops have proven their true mettle not only in combat operations but also in times of crisis. Navigating through th