Warrants vs ‘terrorists’ elate AFP

The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Friday expressed elation over the issuance of warrants of arrest for Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP) founding chairman Jose Maria Sison, his wife and 36 others for the alleged mass murder of 300 Leyte residents suspected as government spies.

“This is a crime against humanity. Though it’s too early to claim victory, we are happy for the Filipino people—especially for the families of the victims of this heinous crime— because the wheels of justice shall begin to grind,” said AFP Spokesman Marine Brigadier General Edgard Arevalo.

Arevalo, at the same time, said the AFP is as firm as ever in their resolve to hunt down the terrorists who perpetrated the dastardly, cowardly, and devilish. He said they may not be able to serve the warrant right away as Sison and the others are outside their jurisdiction, but they are not without recourse.

“We will coordinate with the Department of Foreign Affairs, the Department of Justice, the International Police and other relevant agencies for the service of the warrant of arrest or other legal recourse available,” Arevalo said.

“We are sure that the long arm of the law will soon catch up on Mr. Sison and his cohorts,” he added.