PNP honors cops who rescued De Lima from hostage-taker
The Philippine National Police (PNP) honored police officers who rescued former senator Leila de Lima from a detainee who took her hostage at the PNP Custodial Center on Sunday.
Police Colonel Mark Pespes received the Medalya ng Kadakilaan for his heroism in neutralizing the hostage-taker, Feliciano Sulayao Jr., after three persons under police custody attempted to escape and stabbed Corporal Roger Agustin.
Sulayao initially demanded a helicopter, Hummer, and media presence but was later neutralized by Pespes during negotiations.
Additionally, six other officers from the PNP Special Action Force and Headquarters Support Service were awarded for their roles in the successful rescue operation.
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