15 dead in Basilan blasts – linked to Abu sayaf
Zamboanga City — Abu Sayyaf bandits set of bombs at a Roman catholic cathedral, school, grandstand and three other places last Tuesday which resulted to the death of at least 15 people. The terrorist group has also clashed with government forces in Isabela City.
The attacks were staged by armed men wearing police and military uniforms. The death toll included the brother of Abu Sayyaf leader Purudji Indama.
Bishop Martin Jumoad appealed to residents to stay calm and pray at the same time called on military and police officials to run after those responsible for the attacks which happened for the first time in 20 years.
Senior Supt. Antonio Mendoza is positive that the attacks were the handiwork of terrorists who wish to incite fear among the people of the province.
