ZAMBOANGA CITY, Philippines — An Abu Sayyaf bomber was arrested in a joint police and military operation in Naga, Zamboanga Sibugay yesterday. Isnaji Hasim was collared at his safehouse in Barangay Bangkaw-Bangkaw, Lt. Col. Don Templonuevo, 44th Infantry Battalion commander, said. Templonuevo said a caliber .30 rifle, a grenade, an improvised explosive device and bomb materials were recovered from the suspect. Templonuevo said Hasim was also reportedly involved in the bombing of a terminal in Barangay Guiwan, Zamboanga City on June 23, 2015. Five persons were killed and 53 others were wounded in the incident.

Source: Philippine Star July 24, 2019 21:33 UTC