Farmer killed by suspected communist rebels

Zamboanga del Sur, Philippines – Communist rebels of the New People’s Army (NPA) killed a farmer they suspected to be a military informant. Zamboanga del Sur Police Director Sofronio Ecaldre reported that last 12 March 2017, a man identified as 54-year-old Wilfredo Morales was found dead in San Miguel, Zamboanga del Sur.

The investigation revealed that the victim was shot dead by a group of armed men said to be NPA rebels. Investigation continues to identify the suspects and apprehend them.