LEGAZPI CITY, Jan. 25 -- The Police Regional Office-Bicol (PRO-5) commemorated the bravery of 44 Special Action Force (SAF) officers who lost their lives during an anti-terrorist operation in Mamasapano, Maguindanao del Sur in 2015.

PRO-5 Acting Director Brig. Gen. Erosito Miranda led a wreath-laying ceremony at Camp Simeon Ola here on Sunday.

Philippine National Police (PNP) acting chief Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr., in his message read by Miranda, said the nation continues to remember their ultimate sacrifice for 11 years now.

"This day of national remembrance is not only about remembering what happened but also about honoring who they were and why their sacrifice still matters. It is about honoring courage, recognizing sacri...