Brass markers, ninakaw sa WWII monument sa Muntinlupa; mga suspek, huli

- Suspects arrested for stealing brass markers from a World War II guerrilla monument in Alabang, Muntinlupa City

- Stolen markers were sold to a junk shop, whose owner may face charges under the Anti-Fencing Law

- Muntinlupa City offered a ₱100,000 reward leading to the suspects’ arrest

- Mayor Biazon emphasized the markers’ importance, saying, "Sa plakeng ninakaw na nakakabit dito nakalista ang pangalan ng mga beteranong gerilya na lumaban para sa kalayaan ng mga Muntinlupeño"

Authorities have arrested suspects linked to the recent theft of brass markers from a World War II guerrilla monument in Alabang, Muntinlupa City.

The monument, located in a plaza in Barangay Alabang, honors the bravery and sacrifice of Filipino guerrillas who fought for freedom.

According to a report by Mao dela Cruz on Super Radyo dzBB, the suspects were apprehended through the combined efforts of the police and barangay officials.

Muntinlupa City Mayor Ruffy Biazon personally visited the Philippine National Police station at Alabang Junction, where the suspects were brought for investigation.

The suspects reportedly admitted that they sold the stolen brass markers to a junk shop.

Mayor Biazon revealed in a Facebook post, "Yun nga lang mukhang nabenta na din sa tunawan. Pakakasuhan din ang naturang junk shop."

This means the junk shop owner could also face charges for violating the Anti-Fencing Law.

Before the arrests, the local government offered a ₱100,000 reward to anyone who could provide information leading to the capture of those responsible.

The stolen brass markers listed the names of local guerrilla veterans.

"Sa plakeng ninakaw na nakakabit dito nakalista ang pangalan ng mga beteranong gerilya na lumaban para sa kalayaan ng mga Muntinlupeño," said Mayor Biazon, expressing disappointment over the disrespect shown to historical memory.

Every February 4, Muntinlupa commemorates the heroism of these guerrillas.

The theft has sparked outrage among residents and officials alike, as the city vows to strengthen measures to protect public monuments.

News, photos or videos that arouse the interest of netizens would often go viral on social media, due to the attention netizens give them. These viral posts appeal to the emotions of netizens, and in rare cases, such could also happen to ordinary people, making them very relatable.

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Source: KAMI.com.gh