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Alleged NPA killed, soldier wounded in Quezon encounter
A suspected member of the New People's Army (NPA) was killed in a firefight with government forces in Mulanay, Quezon.
The troops were distributing COVID-19 information when they received a tip about approximately 20 NPA members extorting money from residents.
One soldier was injured but is in stable condition.
The military recovered two firearms.
This incident marks the third encounter between government troops and communist rebels in Southern Tagalog since Saturday, with previous clashes resulting in casualties on both sides.
An alleged NPA member was also killed in Gumaca town on Tuesday.
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