ZAMBOANGA CITY: Security forces here captured an Abu Sayyaf bomber who is also wanted for the spate of ransom kidnappings of Filipinos and foreigners in the southern Philippines, a regional police spokesman said Wednesday.

Maj. Shellamie Chang said 42-year-old Kalmi Mustala was captured in the coastal village of Recodo after soldiers and policemen swooped down on his hideout Tuesday.

Premium + Digital Edition

Ad-free access


P 80 per month
(billed annually at P 960)
  • Unlimited ad-free access to website articles
  • Limited offer: Subscribe today and get digital edition access for free (accessible with up to 3 devices)

TRY FREE FOR 14 DAYS
See details
See details