12/11/2024
OFFICIAL STATEMENT OF GOVERNOR ANN K. HOFER ON THE FIREFIGHT IN BRGY. CANACAN, KABASALAN, ZAMBOANGA SIBUGAY
OFFICIAL STATEMENT OF GOVERNOR ANN K. HOFER ON THE FIREFIGHT IN BRGY. CANACAN, KABASALAN, ZAMBOANGA SIBUGAY
Governor Ann K. Hofer, current Chairperson of the Regional Peace and Order Council of Region 9, offers her snappiest salute to the brave men and women of the 106th Infantry Battalion under the 102nd Infantry Brigadae of the Armed Forces of the Philippines and the 2nd Provincial Mobile Force Company (PMFC) of the Zamboanga Sibugay Police Provincial Office. Their successful operation today in Canacan, Kabasalan, has once again shown their commitment to protecting our province from those who seek to disrupt peace and stability.
In the early hours of November 12, 2024, our dedicated troops neutralized lawless elements linked to kidnap-for-ransom, extortion, and theft activities, including the 8th Most Wanted Person in Zamboanga Sibugay. This joint operation, supported by the Philippine Coast Guard Sibugay, was conducted to prevent these criminal elements from executing their illegal plans and to safeguard the peace and order that we all work so hard to maintain.
โOur men and women in uniform have once again succeeded where lawlessness sought to prevail. They emerged from this operation unharmed, while the criminal elements were dealt a significant blow. Their bravery, dedication, and commitment to their duty are the reasons we can live our lives with peace and without fear. They risk their lives for us, and today we stand with gratitude and pride for their heroic actions,โ said Governor Hofer.
She calls on the public to remain calm and avoid spreading any unverified information about this incident. This operation is part of continuous efforts to rid Zamboanga Sibugay of criminal elements and uphold lasting peace in our communities.
The province has triumphed over threats in the past, and it will continue to do so because peace is not won once, it is defended every single day. And with the strength of our troops and the unity of our people, we will ensure that Zamboanga Sibugay remains a safe and secure home for all.