Two alleged top leaders of the New People’s Army (NPA) were killed in an encounter in Cabanglasan, Bukidnon.

Troops of the 403rd Infantry Brigade were conducting focused military operation when they engaged the communist rebels, which resulted in the death of two rebel leaders who operated in Bukidnon and Caraga.

A video captured by a netizen showed a helicopter allegedly loading dead bodies.

“Unfortunately, two CTG key leaders died during that encounter ito po ay si Alyas Gali and another one is Alyas Joel,” 4th Infantry Division (4ID) Spokesperson, Lt. Col. Francisco Garello, said.

The military added that the operation was related to the continuing pursuit against the rebel group encountered by the government forces in Barangay Silae on March 5, 2025.

The FA-50 fighter jet of the Philippine Air Force (PAF) was providing air support to ground troops in that operation before it crashed in Mt. Kalatungan.

Recovered from the clash site were four high-powered firearms and other war materials.

“Nandiyan pa si Reda meron pa mga small leaders. We are expecting influx of surrenderers in the coming days or weeks we are reiterating our call,” Garello added.