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Two Army soldiers arrested in North Cotabato shooting incident
Philippine Army soldiers face arrest following an early morning shooting that left a 23-year-old man injured in North Cotabato. The suspects, members of the 7th Infantry Battalion, were apprehended after a pursuit operation.
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KORONADAL CITY — Two Philippine Army soldiers have been arrested in connection with the shooting of a 23-year-old man in Pigcawayan, North Cotabato, authorities said Thursday. The incident occurred in the early morning hours as the victim was traveling between Davao City and Cotabato City.
Both suspects are enlisted members of the Army's 7th Infantry Battalion and residents of Midsayap municipality in North Cotabato. Police launched a pursuit operation shortly after the shooting and successfully apprehended the soldiers.
The circumstances surrounding the incident remain under investigation by local law enforcement. The victim's condition and the specific circumstances that led to the shooting have not been disclosed by authorities.
The arrest marks another incident involving military personnel in the region and has drawn attention to discipline and accountability measures within the Armed Forces of the Philippines. Further details regarding charges and the investigation are expected to be released as the case proceeds through proper channels.