Civilians surrender 79 loose guns, get livelihood package

The loose firearms surrendered by civilians in South Upi, Maguindanao del Sur were presented on Monday, June 29, at the municipal gymnasium. 57th IB photo

COTABATO CITY – Civilians have surrendered at least 79 loose firearms in Maguindanao del Sur in exchange for livelihood and agricultural assistance, military officials said.

Lt. Colonel Aeron Gumabao, commanding officer of the Army’s 57th Infantry Battalion (57IB), said they presented on Monday the surrender of the unlicensed firearms, which include two mortar tubes.

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The surrendered firearms was a result of intensified crackdown against the proliferation of loose guns in the area, he said.FEATURED STORIES

Civilians surrender 79 loose guns, get livelihood package

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