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John Unson - The Philippine Star
September 20, 2026 | 12:00am
Map of the Cotabato showing the location of Tugunan
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COTABATO CITY, Philippines — Four suspected terrorists were killed in an encounter in Tugunan, Cotabato yesterday morning, according to the military.
The fatalities were reportedly connected to a local terror group, Dawlah Islamiya.
Reports said the fatalities and their companions opened fire at policemen and soldiers who were responding to a complaint regarding the presence of armed men in Barangay Manaulanan.
The lawmen retaliated, triggering a firefight that resulted in the death of the four suspects.
A Philippine Air Force helicopter provided aerial support to police officers and soldiers who pursued the fleeing terrorists.
Village officials said the slain suspects had been regularly collecting “protection money” and rice from the residents.
The remains of the suspects were recovered at the scene of the encounter.
