The soldiers were reportedly in the midst of an operation in the area after receiving complaints from residents that communist rebels were spotted in the area. The encounter between the two forces lasted for about 45 minutes.
The soldiers who perished in the battle were identified as Corporal John Rey Dayag of Naneng, Tabuk, Private First Class Jocel Abbacan of Pasil, and Private First Class Jordan Bolar. of Isabela.
[Sources: Herald Express, Bombo Cauayan]
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