Government soldier killed in Davao

One Filipino soldier was killed and another wounded following a clash with communist New People's Army guerrilla's in Davao.

It is believed that an infantry unit engaged in a half-hour gun battle with the rebels in the Marilog district of the city. It is believed the troops were searchign the area after receiving information that a rebel recruitment team were in the district.

Government troops claim that they injured two rebels in the engagement. Two explosive devices were als made safe following the battle.